Director de proyectos (Residencial/Hospitality)

Utopia Design; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Barcelona

Tools provided

International team

Brand-building opportunity

Job summary

Utopia Design in Barcelona is seeking a skilled Project Development Manager to lead construction projects from inception to handover, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality. This on-site role requires independent day-to-day operation and close collaboration with architects, engineers, interior designers, FF&E team, and clients.

You will focus on construction execution, contractor management, and scheduling, with involvement in cost control, risk management, and lifecycle planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field.
• 5+ years in construction project coordination/management.
• Experience with luxury residential projects in Spain from feasibility to handover.
• Proficient in MS Project, Excel, Google Sheets, AutoCAD; data analysis tools like Power BI/Looker Studio.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling construction activities to ensure timely completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to meet project requirements.
• Support procurement by obtaining quotes and negotiating with suppliers/subcontractors.
• Track progress, identify delays, and propose corrective actions.
• Monitor budgets, cost control, and financial reporting accuracy.
• Assist in reviewing contracts, work orders, and change orders.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including reports and minutes.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to keep project goals aligned.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Google Sheets

AutoCAD

Power BI

Looker Studio

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Project Development Manager on-site in Barcelona to join our project team within the real estate development and construction business, focusing on boutique hospitality assets.

In this opportunity, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. You should be able to operate independently on day-to-day tasks, coordinate effectively with the project team, and provide accurate reports and updates regularly. You will collaborate closely with the entire design and construction team, including architects, interior designers, structural and MEP engineers, the FF&E procurement team, and client representatives.

This opportunity will focus primarily on construction execution, contractor management, and schedule delivery, with engagement in cost control, risk management, and project planning throughout the lifecycle.

This opportunity is based on-site in Barcelona — relocation is required if you're not already based there.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling construction activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project requirements are met.
• Support procurement efforts by obtaining quotes and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Track project progress, identify potential delays, and propose corrective actions.
• Monitor construction budgets, ensuring cost control and financial reporting accuracy.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing contracts, work orders, and change orders.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, and meeting minutes.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders and support the resolution of construction-related issues as they arise, keeping project goals aligned.

Requirements

• - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• - Proven experience in construction project coordination, project management (5+ years), working for construction companies or contractors.
• - At least 5 years of experience as a pure Project Manager.
• - Have worked in luxury residential projects in Spain from feasibility to successful handover
• - Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel, Google Sheets, AutoCAD) as well as data analysis (Power BI, Looker Studio).
• - Experience in data analysis, including cost tracking, schedule performance metrics, and trend reporting.
• - Knowledge of procurement, tender management, contract administration, and construction processes.
• - Fluent Spanish and English.

Benefits

• - This opportunity is based on-site in Barcelona, in close collaboration with the team bringing the project to life.
• - All tools are covered. We provide Jira, G-Suite, AutoCAD, Power BI, and other software and licences you need for the opportunity, kept up to date.
• - A truly international team — colleagues from 30+ nationalities, united by the same standards and the same bar for quality.
• - The chance to help build a luxury hospitality brand aiming to become #1 worldwide.