Chief of Staff

At BuildOps, we’re building a groundbreaking software solution, purpose-built to support today’s commercial contractors. From helping our customers manage their service department all the way to project management, we’re breaking the mold and building a team that invests in our mission statement. We love driven, self-motivated folks experienced in tech start-ups and thrive in fast-paced environments. Could you be our next hire?

BuildOps is revolutionizing the $200B+ commercial contracting industry with modern technology built specifically for the trades. The Company has been rapidly growing, has achieved “Unicorn” status and is backed by top-tier investors. We’re building the future of operational excellence for the people who build the world.

The Role:

We’re looking for a world-class Chief of Staff to serve as a strategic right hand to our CEO and leadership team. This is a high-impact, high-trust role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves solving complex problems, and is eager to be in the room where big decisions get made.

Location: In-office 5 days/week in Los Angeles

What You’ll Do

• Act as a thought partner/”right hand” to the CEO—help drive strategic priorities and keep the company aligned
• Coordinate board materials, investor updates, and critical communications
• Be the eyes and ears within the organization for the CEO
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure execution across departments, with an emphasis on customer delivery and product
• Own and refine internal operating cadence (OKRs, leadership meetings, planning cycles)
• Dive into critical projects where gaps exist (strategy, operations, hiring, or crisis response)

What we’re Looking For

• MBA from a top-tier school
• 2–5 years post-MBA experience in consulting (McKinsey, BCG, Bain), investment banking, or high-growth startups
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and business acumen
• Comfortable with long hours, full-time in-office collaboration, and a high-performance culture
• Low ego, high EQ: can operate with discretion, humility, and trust
• Startup mindset: flexible, scrappy, calm under pressure, and deeply execution-oriented

Why Join BuildOps?

• Gain experience in a rapidly growing, “Unicorn” status company with Tier 1 investors
• Shape the future of a category-defining company
• Work side-by-side with an elite leadership team
• Build a network across top-tier investors and industry leaders
• Be part of a mission-driven company transforming the backbone of America

What We offer:

• 180k - 250k total compensation + equity
• Generous equity grants - become an owner in our company.
• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Work from home stipend.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Daily lunch stipends in office. 
• Company events like BBQs and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual.
• Talented and motivated team members who care deeply about one another (seriously, everyone is rooting for your success!)
• The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers

Join BuildOps, the largest commercial trade platform in the country, as we transform the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry!

We’re not just talking incremental improvements—we’re talking a full-scale revolution, empowering the hardworking heroes who build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps our world running. See why contractors choose Buildops here.

This is your chance to be part of a rocketship. We’re fresh off a $1 billion valuation and a $127M Series C funding round (part of over $275M raised to date) led by industry-leading investors like Meritech Capital, BOND, and SE Ventures, backed by Schneider Electric (Reuters, TechCrunch, LA Business Journal) . Our latest investors join our team of industry heavyweights like Next47, former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, former Salesforce President Gavin Patterson, and Boost Mobile CEO Stephen Stokols. Their investment is fueling our aggressive growth and our commitment to equipping contractors with AI-driven tools to conquer chaos, boost efficiency, skyrocket profitability, and ultimately, deliver exceptional service.

At BuildOps, we’re changing the game and doing the best work of our careers. You’ll be a key player in a company that’s truly making a difference for the backbone of our economy. If you’re ready to tackle big challenges, work with a passionate team, and build something extraordinary, BuildOps is the place for you. 🚀