Utopia is a global real estate development and hospitality firm dedicated to creating sustainable, high-end residential communities and boutique living experiences. The company integrates architecture, construction, and property management to deliver projects that emphasize harmony with nature and a high quality of life across various international markets.

Headquartered in Barcelona, Utopia serves as a strategic hub for its EMEA operations and global design initiatives. The company offers a multicultural environment suitable for international professionals in architecture, engineering, and project management, frequently requiring English proficiency for its cross-border collaborations and diverse project portfolio.

Utopia was founded in Barcelona with the vision of reimagining residential development through sustainability and high-end design. It has since expanded its footprint to include luxury projects in remote and tropical locations worldwide, managed from its Spanish base.

For international professionals

Headquartered in Barcelona, which serves as the central hub for their European and global design operations.
Operates a diverse international portfolio with active projects in Spain, Brazil, Costa Rica, South Africa, and the Dominican Republic.
English is a primary business language for technical and management roles due to the global nature of their project teams.
The company frequently hires for specialized roles in architecture, MEP engineering, and construction management for international relocation.

Gardening and Landscaping Specialist

Utopia

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced gardening and landscaping professional with a passion for their craft and a keen eye for detail to join the team of an ultra-luxury private villa in Pedralbes, Barcelona. This position requires solid technical knowledge of horticulture and high-end garden maintenance, as well as a proactive attitude and the pride of keeping every corner of the outdoors in impeccable condition. The ideal candidate works autonomously, respects the private environment of the home, and actively contributes to ensuring the villa's outdoor spaces are always a reflection of excellence.

This is a freelance / on-call position. The role will be active during the owners' stays at the property and may vary in frequency and duration throughout the year. Candidates must be available to commit to confirmed dates and maintain the same level of excellence in each collaboration, regardless of its duration.

Responsibilities

Maintain all green spaces of the villa in optimal condition - pruning, mowing, watering, fertilization, pest control, and general care of plants, trees, and hedges.

Care for the aesthetic presentation of the garden and outdoor areas - ensuring they are always in perfect condition for the arrival of the principal or their guests.
Supervise and manage automatic irrigation systems - ensuring correct operation, proper programming, and efficient water use.
Plan and execute a seasonal maintenance calendar - adapting tasks to each time of year to ensure the garden is in the best possible state year-round.
Keep gardening tools, machinery, and equipment in good condition - cleaning, periodic review, and communicating any issues to the Maintenance Manager.
Propose landscaping improvements and new additions to the garden - providing ideas for plant selection, space design, and continuous improvement of the outdoor environment.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in gardening and maintenance of green spaces, preferably in private villas, luxury estates, 5-star hotels, or high-end gardens.
Technical training in gardening, horticulture, or landscaping if applicable - certification or related qualifications will be positively valued.
Fluency in Spanish is essential. A basic or intermediate level of English (A2-B1) will be very positively valued, although it is not a mandatory requirement.
Developed aesthetic eye and attention to detail - ability to maintain high-level gardens with visual criteria and landscaping sensitivity.
Absolute discretion and respect for the privacy of the home - essential for working in a high-profile private residence.
Good physical condition and willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions - with a positive attitude and commitment to quality at all times.

Benefits

Exclusive environment: one of the most prestigious private residences in Barcelona
Professional growth
Working alongside top-level professionals in a professional luxury environment

Due to the nature of this search, the client's identity is kept strictly confidential. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the corresponding stage of the process.

View original advert (Spanish)

Buscamos un/a profesional de la jardinería y el paisajismo con experiencia, pasión por su oficio y un ojo exigente para el detalle, para incorporarse al equipo de una villa privada de ultra-lujo en Pedralbes, Barcelona. Este puesto requiere conocimientos técnicos sólidos en horticultura y mantenimiento de jardines de alto nivel, así como una actitud proactiva y el orgullo de mantener cada rincón del exterior en condiciones impecables. El/la candidato/a ideal trabaja con autonomía, respeta el entorno privado del hogar y contribuye activamente a que los espacios exteriores de la villa sean siempre un reflejo de excelencia.

Esta es una posición freelance / on-call. El rol estará activo durante las estancias de los propietarios en la propiedad y puede variar en frecuencia y duración a lo largo del año. Los candidatos deben estar disponibles para comprometerse con las fechas confirmadas y mantener el mismo nivel de excelencia en cada colaboración, independientemente de su duración.

Responsabilidades

Mantener todos los espacios verdes de la villa en condiciones óptimas - poda, siega, riego, fertilización, control de plagas y cuidado general de plantas, árboles y setos.

Cuidar la presentación estética del jardín y las zonas exteriores - garantizando que estén siempre en perfectas condiciones para la llegada del/la principal o de sus huéspedes.
Supervisar y gestionar los sistemas de riego automático - asegurando el correcto funcionamiento, la programación adecuada y el uso eficiente del agua.
Planificar y ejecutar un calendario estacional de mantenimiento - adaptando las tareas a cada época del año para garantizar el mejor estado del jardín durante todo el año.
Mantener en buen estado las herramientas, maquinaria y equipos de jardinería - limpieza, revisión periódica y comunicación de cualquier incidencia al Jefe de Mantenimiento.
Proponer mejoras paisajísticas y nuevas incorporaciones al jardín - aportando ideas para la selección de plantas, diseño de espacios y mejora continua del entorno exterior.

Requirements

Mínimo 3 años de experiencia en jardinería y mantenimiento de espacios verdes, preferiblemente en villas privadas, fincas de lujo, hoteles de 5 estrellas o jardines de alto nivel.
Formación técnica en jardinería, horticultura o paisajismo si posee - se valorará positivamente disponer de certificación o titulación relacionada.
Dominio del español imprescindible. Un nivel básico o intermedio de inglés (A2-B1) se valorará muy positivamente, aunque no es un requisito obligatorio.
Ojo estético desarrollado y atención al detalle - capacidad de mantener jardines de alto nivel con criterio visual y sensibilidad paisajística.
Discreción absoluta y respeto por la privacidad del hogar - imprescindible para trabajar en una residencia privada de alto perfil.
Buena condición física y disposición para trabajar en exterior en distintas condiciones climáticas - con actitud positiva y compromiso con la calidad en todo momento.

Benefits

Entorno exclusivo: una de las residencias privadas más prestigiosas de Barcelona
Crecimiento profesional
Trabajar junto a profesionales de primer nivel en un entorno de lujo profesional