About the Role
Monumental is seeking a Construction Robot Operator to introduce robots and automation to the UK construction industry, contributing to the creation of affordable, beautiful, high-quality housing. This role is ideal for individuals who prefer hands-on work over desk jobs and possess technical intuition, practicality, and a bias for action. You will be the primary interface on-site, operating robots, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with R&D and operations teams.
Responsibilities
- Prepping construction projects, understanding build requirements and site conditions.
- Preparing sites by placing markers and capturing images for 3D reconstruction.
- Operating construction robots using in-house software on a laptop.
- Documenting system performance for R&D team improvements.
- Troubleshooting complex issues with remote engineering, ops, and manufacturing teams.
- Performing site tasks such as setting wall ties, cutting and loading bricks, and pointing walls.
- Serving as the company representative on construction sites.
- Building test walls, learning robot maintenance, and preparing for deployments at the UK Hub.
Requirements
- A technical and analytical mindset; ability to differentiate hardware and software failures and debug problems.
- Willingness to engage in hands-on work and early starts for site visits.
- Outcome and detail-oriented approach to tasks.
- Previous construction site experience is a strong plus.
- Possession of a driver's license and comfort driving a van.
- Fluent English (spoken and written).
- Must be based in the United Kingdom.
- Must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
- Must be able to commute onsite to London.
Skills
- Robot operation
- On-site construction software usage
- Technical troubleshooting
- Site preparation
- 3D reconstruction marker placement
- Bricklaying and pointing
- Robot maintenance and servicing
- Communication with general contractors and subcontractors
- Driving
Location
- United Kingdom
- London (onsite commute required)
Work Type
- Full-time contractor/sole trader
- Part-time contractor/sole trader
Experience Level
- No prior experience required
- Previous construction site experience is a strong plus
Education Level
- No engineering degree required
About the Company
- Monumental is automating on-site construction with robotics and software, aiming to make construction software-defined and autonomous.
- The company is building a team of experienced professionals from leading tech companies.
- It is an early-stage company with the potential for significant impact.
- Monumental is backed by top-tier investors.
- The company is establishing its founding UK team with upcoming pilots and facility development.
- Monumental offers onboarding at its Amsterdam HQ with covered travel and accommodation.
- The company emphasizes hands-on, on-site work, not being a hybrid or remote-first company.
- Monumental is focused on solving the UK's housing shortage by deploying new building methods.
