Jefe de obra

UTOPIA; Bellprat; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UTOPIA is seeking a capable Site Manager to lead on-site for a luxury villa project in Barcelona. Relocation will be necessary for those not based locally, and you will bridge remote design teams with day-to-day site progress to ensure quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

You will oversee all on-site activities, coordinate with the Project Manager and Head of Construction, and guide a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and timely delivery on a landmark project.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in construction site roles (e.g. Inspector, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Site Supervisor, Assistant PM, Construction Manager, Superintendent).
• Completed at least 2 full-cycle projects in Spain, ideally in tourist regions.
• Proven track record in luxury villa or high-end residential construction.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish is required for communication with international-based management and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site activities, ensuring compliance with local codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and address any safety or quality concerns.
• Ensure construction follows approved plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and Head of Construction to execute the plan, manage schedules, allocate resources, and oversee procurement.
• Maintain high standards of quality control reflecting design details and craftsmanship.
• Monitor site expenses to align with approved budget and identify cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate subcontractors and on-site teams, maintaining steady workflow and addressing challenges.
• Step in for the Head of Construction when needed and participate in key decisions.
• Serve as the main contact between the site and the wider project team.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Project

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Post-graduate studies in Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Project

Job description

We’re looking for a capable and hands‑on Site Manager to take the lead on the ground for the construction of a high‑end luxury villa in Barcelona. If you're not already based there, relocation will be necessary.

In this role, you’ll be the key link between our remote design and project teams and the day‑to‑day progress on site. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that construction meets our high standards of quality, follows agreed plans and specifications, and stays within time and budget constraints.

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, detail‑oriented, and confident in managing teams and site activity independently — someone who can take ownership and ensure the delivery reflects the level of excellence expected by our client

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on‑site activities, ensuring full compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Conducting regular site inspections and proactively addressing any safety or quality concerns
• Ensuring that construction on site follows approved project plans, drawings, and specifications
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager and Head of Construction to execute the construction plan, manage schedules, allocate resources, and oversee material procurement.
• Maintain high standards of quality control, ensuring that all work reflects the level of detail and craftsmanship defined in the design.
• Monitor construction expenses at site level to ensure alignment with the approved budget, identifying cost‑effective solutions without compromising on quality.
• Coordinate subcontractors, skilled labor, and on‑site teams to maintain steady workflow, proactively address challenges, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Stepping in for the Head of Construction when needed, including attending meetings and contributing to key decisions
• Acting as the main point of contact between the construction site and the wider project team, including the Head of Construction

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture
• Post‑graduate studies in Construction Management or related fields

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years in construction site roles (e.g. Inspector, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Site Supervisor, Assistant Project Manager, Construction Manager, Superintendent).
• Completed at least 2 full‑cycle projects in Spain, ideally in tourist regions
• Proven track record in luxury villa or high‑end residential construction
• Ability to provide clear examples of resolving technical or logistical challenges during past construction projects
• Proficiency in construction software and tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, and other relevant applications.
• Strong knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and construction practices essential to successful delivery
• Proficiency in English and Spanish is required for communication with our international‑based management team and some site teams.

• Full‑time, on‑site role in Barcelona, Spain
• National relocation within Spain supported
• Opportunity to work on a landmark luxury hospitality project from construction through delivery
• Collaboration within a professional, international, multidisciplinary team