Co-founder and CEO - ARCbuild (m/f/d)

About ARCbuild: ARCbuild’s mission is to revive the American dream of homeownership by offering affordable starter homes suited for young families and first-time homeowners. Its innovation lies in reinventing the entire value chain of construction from a first principles perspective, using new technologies such as agentic AI, robotics and computer vision. The company has completed the R&D and product development stage for its hardware product and has started generating revenue with its MVP already selling in California. ARCbuild combines cutting-edge technology, thoughtful design, and operational excellence to deliver homes that set a new standard in real estate development. ARCbuild is backed by 10x Value Partners, the investment firm of serial entrepreneur and investor Christian Schroeder; companies 10x has incubated have raised over $500 million. More on our founder’s Substack: christianschroeder.substack.com Role Overview: ARCbuild is seeking an entrepreneurial co-founder / CEO to lead the company’s development in the United States. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in scaling high-growth ventures and demonstrate the resourcefulness and self-starter aptitude required to navigate ambiguity and execute in a capital-intensive industry. This role requires a strong operator who can inspire teams, manage complex projects, and cultivate strong relationships with investors, partners, and clients. Key Responsibilities: - Take entrepreneurial leadership responsibility for the company and ownership of all aspects of running the business, including responsibility for the P&L.  - Drive ARCbuild’s go-to-market and be the public face of the company.  - Create a KPI-driven and results-oriented culture.  - Ensure the successful integration and scaling of technology, AI, and automation across all operational areas (design, manufacturing, and delivery). - Recruit, mentor, and direct a top-tier executive team, establishing a culture of accountability, agility, and technical excellence. - A proven track record of academic and professional achievements. - Previous work experience within construction, real estate development, modular building, and/or related industries. - A candidate with an AI-native and entrepreneurial mindset to enhance the construction value chain, using new technologies such as agentic AI, robotics and computer vision. - Demonstrated ability to scale businesses, manage complex operations and deliver financial results. - Experience in managing relationships with key stakeholders and business partners, both internal and external, and a strong track record in sales and bizdev. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills and the skill to use analytics and numbers to make data-driven decisions.  - A California general contractor license (CSLB Class B), or eligibility to obtain one, is a strong plus. - Fluent in English, based in or willing to relocate to Los Angeles. Fluency in Spanish is a plus. - Must have current work authorization in the United States. Why Join ARCbuild: This is a rare opportunity to join a company as a co-founder with sizable equity upside. ARCbuild is a business that has all the ingredients to become a billion dollar PropTech venture, building a vision of autonomous factories for home building and having already completed its entire R&D phase. The CEO will have a large degree of autonomy to shape the company’s direction, implement innovative solutions, and make a tangible impact on communities and the built environment.