Director of the Planning and Works Area
This role leads the Planning and Works department for the Basque Water Agency. It involves managing hydrological planning, hydraulic infrastructure, and strategic water policies.
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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
The position requires an especially hybrid profile, capable of combining two areas that must be considered essential:
Solid experience in business management and leadership.
Real and sufficiently deep knowledge of the functioning of a ski resort and its different operational areas.
University degree.
Significant experience in management, leadership, or executive responsibility positions.
Experience in economic, financial, and budgetary management.
Experience in team leadership and human resources management.
Proven ability to manage organizations, budgets, investments, and projects.
Relevant professional experience in ski resorts, ski areas, mountain facilities, or activities directly related to the snow sector.
Global knowledge of the operational functioning of a ski resort.
Ability to interpret technical and economic information and make decisions on both matters.
Availability and flexibility compatible with the seasonal nature of the activity.
MBA, master's in business administration, or equivalent training.
Extensive experience in executive management.
Previous experience as a director or manager of a ski resort.
International experience in ski resorts.
Knowledge of nivology and meteorology.
Experience in managing public companies.
Experience in public procurement or procurement procedures of public sector entities.
Experience in the preparation and monitoring of investments.
Experience in relationship with boards of directors and institutional bodies
Position of responsibility and direct participation in relevant projects.
Stable professional environment oriented toward the general interest.
Competitive working conditions in accordance with the responsibility of the position.
Possibility of professional development.
We need to recruit a Manager whose mission will be to assume the comprehensive management of the company and the ski resort, guaranteeing its correct business, economic, administrative, technical, and operational management.
Executive management of the company.
Preparation and execution of strategic planning and annual action plans.
Preparation, monitoring, and control of budgets.
Supervision of economic, financial, and accounting management.
Analysis of income, costs, investments, budget deviations, and financial needs.
Treasury monitoring and financial planning.
Preparation of economic, technical, and management reports.
Preparation of documentation and proposals for the Board of Directors.
Execution and monitoring of agreements adopted by said body.
Planning and monitoring of investments.
Management and supervision of suppliers, contractors, and external companies.
Monitoring of contracts, concessions, services, and supplies.
Coordination of procurement procedures in accordance with the legal framework applicable to the company.
Preparation and monitoring of administrative files related to Valdezcaray's activity.
Relationship with the different units and bodies of the Government of La Rioja.
Management of authorizations, subsidies, financing, and administrative procedures linked to the company's activity.
Supervision of compliance with legal, labor, administrative, tax, and safety obligations.
Leading multidisciplinary teams.
Coordinating heads of different departments.
Planning personnel needs for each season.
Managing permanent, permanent-seasonal, temporary, and casual staff.
Defining responsibilities, organizational structures, and lines of command.
Organizing shifts and operational needs.
Managing selection and hiring processes.
Coordinating training and skill development.
Evaluating organizational needs.
Resolving labor and interpersonal conflicts.
Negotiating and reaching agreements when necessary.
Developing middle management.
Fostering a culture of responsibility, professionalism, collaboration, and service orientation.
The Manager must possess sufficient knowledge to understand its operation, evaluate alternatives, and make decisions with sound judgment.
Applicants must send their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) by email to the following email address: 2026001VAL@qualisconsultores.es
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