On‑Site Luxury Villa Refurbishment Project Manager

The 52 Group; Viseu; On-site; EUR 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on site

Job summary

The 52 Group seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a luxury villa and grounds refurbishment in Almancil, Algarve. This self-employed, full-time on-site role requires hands-on oversight with an interior designer and a landscape designer, delivering surveys, MEP recommissioning, and finishes to a high-end standard.

Based on site daily, you will manage subcontractors, quotations, budgets, and progression to the 30 March 2027 milestone, with accommodation on site and a 6-month initial term,

Qualifications

• At least 5 years managing high-end residential refurbishments in Algarve with demonstrable projects.
• Demonstrable MEP coordination: HVAC/VRF, underfloor, hot water, pool plant, lift, or home-automation.
• Fluent Portuguese and working English.
• Own car and driving licence; registered as self-employed in Portugal with VAT, social security and insurance.
• Ordem dos Engenheiros registration and TSST safety qualification.

Responsibilities

• Source subcontractors and suppliers for each package; obtain three quotations and present a written comparison with a recommendation.
• Programme the works to the 30 March 2027 milestone and supervise daily; ensure quality and close out.
• Maintain budget tracker, programme and photo log; verify invoices and variations before payment.
• Coordinate with interior and landscape designers on samples, approvals, deliveries, and installation.
• Act as site contact for safety coordinator, insurers and inspectors; provide weekly English reports.

Skills

Project management

MEP coordination

HVAC/VRF

English communication

Portuguese fluency

Education

Engineering degree

Ordem dos Engenheiros registration

Tools

KNX domotics

MEP drawings reading

Job description

The 52 Group seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a luxury villa and grounds refurbishment in Almancil, Algarve. This self-employed, full-time on-site role requires hands-on oversight with an interior designer and a landscape designer, delivering surveys, MEP recommissioning, and finishes to a high-end standard.

Based on site daily, you will manage subcontractors, quotations, budgets, and progression to the 30 March 2027 milestone, with accommodation on site and a 6-month initial term,