Head of Facilities and Real Estate

Founded in 2019, Brimstone is an innovative industrial startup with a proprietary, efficient, and deeply decarbonized process for producing Ordinary Portland Cement. We’re now growing our all-star team of sharp, mission-driven, collaborative professionals as we continue to refine our process and move towards construction of our first production facilities.

Job Brief

We are looking for a Head of Facilities and Real Estate with experience developing safe and inclusive workspaces for employees and visitors alike. This person must be comfortable operating and managing facilities with the highest standard of safety and compliance.

The Head of Facilities and Real Estate will be responsible for managing and leading both capital and operational projects at our facility in Oakland, California as it relates to our laboratory, office, and warehouse amenities. This person will be be responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness, organization, compliance, and security of the Oakland facilities and will provide a step change in all aspects of the Oakland facility. This position reports to the Chief Strategy Officer and travel may be required for this role (most travel being to Reno, Nevada).

This role is based in Oakland, California and is an on-site position.

Key Focus Areas of the role may include:

• Oversee and manage the physical infrastructure, equipment, and operational aspects of the facility to ensure seamless operations

• Prepare and oversee Profit & Loss statements, budget allocations, and procurement activities for all facility related needs

• Manage vendor relationships, including selection, contract negotiation, and performance management to ensure quality service and cost efficiency

• Manage onsite personnel including security and janitorial staff

• Ability to build out the facilities organization as we continue to grow

• Collaborate cross functionally with various teams and departments to keep the facility operating successfully

• Monitor and maintain security systems, including access control and surveillance

• Develop and own a more compressive lock up procedure

• Drive the expansion into new facilities as the team grows, collaborating with key partners to identify optimal locations. This includes managing the entire process, from deal negotiation to facility build-out, ensuring spaces align with team needs

For this role, we’re looking for:

• Proven track record of managing warehouse facilities to the highest standards

• Strong communicator

• Someone who can operate with a high degree of autonomy

• Experience with P&L responsibility and track record of executing projects on time and on budget

• Deep experience with cross functional team collaboration

• Familiarity with purchasing and maintaining laboratory equipment

• Experience planning, monitoring and managing project budgets and schedules

• 5+ years of project management experience

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks

• Salary range for this role is $140,000 to $200,000 per year

• Company equity

• 401k retirement plan with 3% company contribution

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents

• Mental health benefits

• Generous paid time off policy

• 12-weeks of parental leave

• A fun, diverse, and talented team focused on making the biggest impact possible on climate change

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Brimstone is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We seek to build a unique team of individuals and create an environment where all backgrounds and experiences are respected and appreciated. We credit our success to the values that we uphold, and to the different perspectives each team member brings every day.  We would never intentionally discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. 

We strive to provide an inclusive candidate experience. If there are any reasonable accommodations that you may need during the interview process, please let us know.