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Buildots

Product director

Buildots, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Buildots is a global leader in construction technology, leveraging AI and computer vision to automate on‑site progress tracking. Our platform delivers accurate data, predictive performance insights, and automation tools that enhance project visibility, efficiency, and overall success. Buildots is deployed on large‑scale construction projects across North America, the UK, and EMEA, backed by leading VCs, construction industry leaders, and top‑tier angel investors.

About the Role:

We’re hiring a

Product Director

to drive Buildots’ most strategic and exploratory product initiatives—where uncertainty is high, but the upside is even higher.

This is a senior individual contributor role, designed for someone who understands the field (literally)—and now brings that lens to product thinking. You’ll go deep with customers, partner with cross‑functional teams, and turn real‑world insights into scalable product outcomes.

You’ll own initiatives end‑to‑end—from idea to impact. That includes hands‑on discovery, collaborative design, and partnering with R&D to get solutions in front of customers. You’ll flex between strategy and execution, doing what it takes to translate early bets into working product.

Responsibilities

Own high‑impact product initiatives

from concept to integration within Buildots’ core product, ensuring short‑term execution aligns with long‑term strategy.

Identify and validate new product opportunities

by collaborating with clients, data teams, and internal stakeholders.

Develop and execute rapid proof‑of‑concept initiatives

that can be quickly validated and refined into scalable product features.

Work closely with R&D , ensuring that innovation is immediately actionable and seamlessly embedded into the product.

Drive ROI‑driven decision‑making , assessing the commercial and operational impact of new capabilities.

Serve as a strategic partner

to sales, CS, and operations, helping shape how Buildots delivers and supports its most innovative solutions.

Balance inbound and outbound product leadership , with a higher emphasis on inbound execution compared to traditional product management roles in the team.

Requirements

Proven construction expertise

– At least

5 years of experience in construction or engineering , preferably with on‑site experience in large‑scale projects.

Analytical and strategic thinking

– Exceptionally analytical, with a creative mindset and the ability to

think strategically about complex problems .

Strong problem‑solving abilities

– Able to take initiatives from

concept to execution

in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.

Excellent communication skills

– Able to clearly articulate complex ideas and engage with executives, partners, and technical teams.

Technical and data‑oriented

– Comfortable diving into the details of systems, data, and product mechanics to ensure smooth implementation.

Willing to travel internationally 4‑6 times per year

to engage with clients, teams, and industry events.

You Might Be a Fit If You:

Are comfortable with both strategy and sleeves‑rolled‑up validation—you don’t wait for research, you go get it

Know how to run conversations on‑site, in offices, and in exec reviews—you can navigate between detail and big picture

Thrive in ambiguity, but bias toward action—you're most useful when things are least clear

Care about outcomes, not just features—you measure success by real value delivered

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