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Construction Site Manager

On-site in Badajoz·Full-time·Added 2 months ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Badajoz
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience: 10+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

We are looking for a Site Manager / Project Manager with extensive experience in project management to supervise and coordinate the execution of a turnkey engineering, construction, and commissioning project for an industrial installation, guaranteeing the optimal technical and economic execution of the project.
You will be responsible for technical and economic planning, engineering, cost monitoring, procurement management, and client orientation, ensuring operational excellence.

What you'll do

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

Supervision of works: Leadership, coordination, and monitoring of the performance of multiple foremen and subcontractors
Technical planning: Definition of technical strategies, schedules, and project execution methodologies
Economic planning: Preparation and control of budgets, economic feasibility analysis of the project
Cost monitoring: Continuous monitoring of actual vs. budgeted costs, identification of deviations and corrections
Procurement management: Supervision of the material and service acquisition process, negotiation with suppliers
Client orientation: Direct communication with the client, incident resolution, ensuring satisfaction
Quality control: Verification of compliance with technical specifications and regulations in all works
Documentation and reporting: Preparation of monitoring reports, performance analysis, and improvement proposals
Interdepartmental coordination: Collaborative work with management, sales, technical office, and other departments

Requirements

Education:

Industrial Engineer, Civil Engineer (Caminos, Canales y Puertos), or equivalent degree
Complementary training in project management or construction management (valuable)

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of experience in management and supervision of works/projects
Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams
Experience in technical and economic planning of projects
Experience in cost control and budget monitoring
Experience in procurement management and negotiation with suppliers
Experience in direct relationship with clients
Knowledge of applicable technical and safety regulations

Technical skills:

Proficiency in planning tools: Smartsheet, Google Sheet
Knowledge of project management software
Economic and financial analysis capacity

Personal skills:

Strong leadership and ability to motivate teams
Excellent oral and written communication
Orientation towards results and quality
Capacity for solving complex problems
Strategic thinking and global vision
Organization and time management.
Negotiation skills

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews

Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
Onboarding
Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website: veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a leader in ecological transformation, at Veolia we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

We work mainly in three major areas: water💧, offering solutions for both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy 🔋improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industry and cities.

Additional information

Permanent contract
Flexible working hours
Flexible benefits: medical insurance, restaurant vouchers, childcare vouchers, transport cards… among others!
Be part of a leading organization in the environmental sector
Professional growth within the organization with direct reporting to management

At Veolia, we know that professionals are the fundamental pillar of our corporate identity and our achievements. Therefore, we promote their integration through a firm commitment to equality between men and women, sharing our corporate culture, experience, and best practices.

What unites us as employees is the passion and excellence with which we work every day to protect the environment and ensure access to water. Together, we build a greener and more inclusive present.

If you want to be part of this team and take on this great challenge, don't hesitate to apply for this position!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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