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On-site in Mallorca·Full-time·Added 6 months ago (last checked 6 Nov)
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Mallorca
- Contract
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Native level
- English
- Required
- Other languages
- German
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- University degree
Visa options
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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Essential Requirements:
- Education: Degree in Engineering (preferably from a Spanish university) or Quantity Surveyor (Technical Architect).
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in the construction sector in Spain, with at least 10 significant completed projects.
- Project Management: Demonstrable experience across the complete project lifecycle (planning, permitting, tendering, execution, quality control, cost management, delivery, warranty, and defects).
- Regulations: Deep familiarity with local Spanish regulations.
- Team Leadership: Minimum 3 years of experience managing teams of at least 5 people, with proven ability to hire, train, and motivate.
- Languages: Native Spanish and very high English (Full Professional Proficiency).
- Methodology: Understanding and implementation of efficient project management processes.
- Availability: Willingness to relocate with family to Mallorca and work 100% on-site.
- Profile: Commercial and business vision, proactive, and highly motivated to lead growth.
- Tools: Proficiency in CAD and Presto.
Valuable Requirements:
- Languages: German (Professional Working Proficiency).
- Skills: Highly organized and structured individual.
The role
We are looking for a Head of Technical Director to lead the Technical and Projects Department in Mallorca (luxury property developer). This is a unique opportunity for a professional with strategic vision and execution capability, who wants to be the driving force behind the company's growth. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for launching and preparing upcoming projects, managing a team of 12-15 people, including design teams, Construction Project Managers, and maintenance/after-sales staff. Your mission will be to oversee the complete lifecycle of high-value projects, from planning to delivery, ensuring maximum quality and efficiency. You will work closely with the creative, commercial, and after-sales departments, as well as with clients and suppliers, using tools such as CAD and Presto. If you are looking for a full-time, on-site challenge where your leadership and experience can transform our operational capacity, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on luxury construction projects.
What you'll do
- Strategically define and manage budgets, timelines, and design for high-value construction projects.
- Oversee the complete lifecycle of each project, from initial planning, permitting, and tendering, through to execution, quality control, cost management, final delivery, warranty, and defect resolution.
- Lead, mentor, and effectively manage design teams and Project Managers (quantity surveyors), fostering an environment of excellence and collaboration.
- Hire, train, and motivate the department team, building a solid and competent structure for team growth.
- Take responsibility for the P&L of the Technical and Projects Department, ensuring profitability and operational efficiency.
- Interact commercially with clients, building strong relationships and contributing to winning new projects.
- Implement and optimize efficient construction project management processes, pursuing continuous improvement and innovation.
About Catenon
Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.
Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.
- Industry
- Recruitment
In their own words
About the company & team
Established company based in Mallorca, specializing in luxury construction projects (single-family and multi-family homes). They are distinguished by their excellence in every detail, managing works with an average value of €5,000/m2, reaching peaks of €10,000/m2. At a key moment of expansion, they are seeking someone to lead the upcoming challenges. We are looking for talent who shares our passion for quality and innovation in a dynamic and demanding environment, contributing to the development of unique projects in the Mediterranean.
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