Strategic Account Executive, BuildOps
$290-320k
OTE
+ Competitive stock options
More information about location
Management software for commercial contractors
Open for applications
Management software for commercial contractors
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
$290-320k
OTE
+ Competitive stock options
More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To build the system that helps commercial contractors shape the future of the trades.
Role
Who you are
- Senior Sales Experience: 6+ years of enterprise SaaS sales experience, with a track record of closing seven-figure deals
- Complex Sales Expertise: Demonstrated success managing multi-stakeholder, high-value sales processes, preferably with Fortune 500 or investment-backed organizations
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the construction, HVAC, plumbing, or electrical contractor space is a significant advantage
- PE and Investment Firm Experience: Experience working with private equity or investment firms is a major plus
- Results-Driven: Proven ability to consistently exceed revenue targets of $1M+ ARR
- Exceptional Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to influence C-level executives and decision-makers
- Technical Acumen: Comfortable leading technical demos and aligning solutions with customer challenges
- A strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment
- Passionate about solving complex problems and delivering exceptional customer outcomes
- A self-starter who excels at selling transformational solutions and creating demand in untapped markets
- Highly collaborative, resourceful, and driven by results
- A team player with integrity, grit, and a commitment to excellence
What the job involves
- As a Strategic Account Executive, you will play a pivotal role in acquiring and expanding relationships with large enterprise organizations, including private equity (PE) firms and investment companies
- Reporting directly to our VP of Sales, this senior-level position focuses on driving complex, high-value deals with top-tier companies in the construction industry and beyond
- Lead Complex Sales Cycles: Manage prospects from initial engagement to close, navigating multi-stakeholder enterprise deals with deal sizes of $1M+ ARR
- Engage with High-Value Accounts: Build and deepen relationships with large enterprises and investment firms, driving strategic partnerships and revenue growth in the form of renewlas
- Showcase BuildOps Value: Clearly articulate and demonstrate BuildOps' value proposition, focusing on ROI and transformative impact for large-scale organizations
- Develop Account-Based Strategies: Partner with SDR, Sales Engineering, and other go-to-market teams to craft tailored strategies for high-potential accounts
- Collaborate with PE and Investment Firms: Work closely with private equity and investment firms to uncover portfolio-wide opportunities and position BuildOps as a strategic partner
- Drive Market Expertise: Stay informed about industry trends and the evolving needs of large commercial contractors, leveraging insights to create compelling narratives for prospects
- Meet and Exceed Goals: Consistently achieve revenue targets while establishing BuildOps as a trusted advisor in the strategic space
- Travel: You will be expected to travel 25% of the time to meet with customers
Our take
BuildOps offers a tailored management software platform catering to the real estate sector, allowing its clientele to enhance cash flow and profit margins. Through its all-in-one invoicing and billing workflow, coupled with a robust financial reporting platform, BuildOps equips customers with the tools needed for streamlined operations.
The company's strategic focus on subcontractors within the construction and real estate industry sets it apart in a market where many management platforms struggle to integrate diverse functionalities. Unlike its competitors, BuildOps has mastered the all-in-one approach, mitigating miscommunication and confusion often stemming from disparate silos of information.
In a landscape worth billions, BuildOps has swiftly carved out a niche, positioning itself for significant growth in the years to come. In 2025, it secured new funding and cemented its status as a unicorn. This is a sure sign of investors' confidence in the company's vision and its potential to revolutionize management software for the modern commercial contractor.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
50% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Mar 2025
$127m
SERIES C
May 2023
$50m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $225.8m
Company benefits
- Financial: Competitive base salary. Generous equity options. Performance bonuses for 95%+ employees. Bi- annual performance & compensation reviews. RRSP & 401k employee contribution plan.
- Health & Family: Health/dental/vision insurance as of Day 1. Paid parental leave. Life insurance + disability insurance. Employee Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Other Perks: Flexible PTO. Home-office allowance. Hybrid flexibility. Access to awesome office spaces (in L A , Toronto, and Raleigh). Team retreats & off- sites.
Company HQ
Santa Monica, CA
Leadership
Alok Chanani
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously a Board Member at Wharton Angel Network, CEO at USA Commercial and Summer Associate at the Bernstein Companies.
Steve Chew
(CSO)Currently Community Lead at StartX. Previously Co-Founder and CEO at Swerv and Vice President of Marketing at Fundly.
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