Project Development Manager - Luxury Residential(On-site in Barcelona)

Utopia Design; Portugal; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Utopia seeks a skilled Project Development Manager on-site in Barcelona to lead planning, coordination, and execution of boutique hospitality development projects. You will manage timelines, budgets, and quality while collaborating with architects, engineers, and the FF&E team, reporting progress regularly.

Relocation is required if not based in Barcelona. This role focuses on construction execution, contractor management, and schedule delivery across the project lifecycle, with close

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in construction project coordination and management.
• Experience in luxury residential projects in Spain from feasibility to handover.
• Fluent Spanish and English.
• Proficiency in project management software and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule construction activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to meet requirements.
• Support procurement by obtaining quotes and negotiating with suppliers.
• Track progress, identify delays, propose corrective actions.
• Monitor budgets, ensure cost control and reporting accuracy.
• Prepare and review contracts, work orders, and change orders.
• Maintain project documentation: reports, schedules, and meeting minutes.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders and resolve issues.

Skills

Project coordination

Project management

Cost control

Schedule management

Contract administration

Procurement management

Data analysis

Fluent English

Fluent Spanish

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Google Sheets

AutoCAD

Power BI

Looker Studio

Job description

About The Company

Utopia is an ultra-luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand creating a global ecosystem of properties and experiences.

We develop private villa retreats in beautiful locations around the world, each with high-end service. Utopia also offers a wider ecosystem of leisure experiences and services available both to those staying on property and to external visitors.

Utopia designs and builds its properties in-house. Our projects span the full journey: from concept and architecture to construction, interiors, landscape, guest experience, and long-term operation. For architects and designers, this means contributing on properties from the ground up, with the ability to influence how each place is planned, built, and experienced. For hospitality professionals, it means collaborating with a brand where service is personal, attentive, and built around each guest’s stay.

We’re a young, ambitious team with high standards and a hands‑on approach. We value strong ideas, practical thinking, attention to detail, and people who are ready to take ownership of their part of each project. If you’re interested in architecture, design, hospitality, or guest experience, we invite you to explore opportunities with Utopia.

About The Opportunity

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 (or nearby) — 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.

We offer

• 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.