Bengaluru | On-site | Full-time

What you'll do

You will lead Aule's move into a new facility and manage it once we're in. The role covers finding the right space, getting approvals in place, overseeing the build-out of our offices, labs and cleanroom, and then running the facility day to day. You will work closely with the founding team and coordinate with brokers, landlords, architects, consultants, contractors and government departments.

Responsibilities

• Site Search & Leasing: Work with brokers to identify and evaluate industrial or warehouse spaces against our requirements, and negotiate lease terms with landlords.
• Approvals & Compliance: Manage all statutory approvals and licences needed to set up and operate the facility, including building, factory, fire, pollution and electrical clearances.
• Design & Build-out: Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, HVAC consultants and cleanroom specialists to plan and execute the build-out of our offices, labs, and cleanroom.
• Budget & Vendors: Own the project budget and timelines, source and negotiate with vendors and contractors, and flag risks and cost overruns early.
• Facility Operations: Once the facility is ready, manage its day-to-day running, including maintenance, utilities, security, vendors, and the upkeep of labs and the cleanroom.
• Space Planning: Plan for future expansion so the facility can grow with the team without disrupting operations.

What we look for

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• 2+ years of experience in facilities management or project management, including at least one office, lab or industrial fit-out handled end to end
• Working knowledge of building approvals and compliance processes in Bangalore
• Experience managing budgets, timelines, contractors and vendors
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for working with landlords, consultants and government departments

Preferred qualifications

• Experience setting up or maintaining clean rooms, labs or manufacturing spaces
• Working knowledge of MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) systems in office and lab setups