Chief of Staff

About BuildOps:

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:

• Competitive base salary + bonus.
• 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

About BuildOps:

BuildOps is a fast-paced, high-growth start-up committed to transforming a $300B+ industry through an innovative all-in-one SaaS platform. Leveraging the latest technology, we’re taking Commercial Specialty Contractors from the world of pen and paper to cloud-based, data-driven operations. Our leadership team has deep experience in both the Construction and SaaS technology industries, as well as a resume that includes Stanford, Harvard, Wharton, Cornell, Microsoft, and multiple successful start-up exits.

BuildOps has more than doubled year-over-year while raising over $250+ million in total funding (Most recent, Series C - March, 2025). Top-tier investors like Meritech Capital, Founders Fund, Siemens, B Capital Group (BCG's venture arm), 01 Advisors, and more have backed BuildOps! Also, Dick Costolo, former CEO of Twitter, just joined our board, adding to an impressive group of investors/advisors including former President of Salesforce, Gavin Patterson; CAA founder Michael Ovitz; NFL legend Joe Montana; former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, and Boost Mobile CEO Stephen Stokols.

Forbes Magazine

“BuildOps is unique because it addresses the problem of efficiency in construction for an often-overlooked audience. Rather than focusing on l