Head of Delivery

Utopia

. Own delivery of a portfolio of high-end hospitality and luxury residential projects running in parallel, from property acquisition and due diligence through planning, design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and operational handover .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Spain, Portugal, Italy, Serbia, Croatia, United Arab EmiratesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing high-end hospitality and luxury residential projects, with a strong focus on project governance, budget management, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver results through effective planning and problem-solving.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Office (PMO) LeadershipLuxury Residential Project DeliveryConstruction ManagementBudget and Resource AllocationRegulatory Approval Management

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementCivil EngineeringArchitectureProject DeliveryPortfolio ManagementQuality ControlRisk ManagementProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

LeadershipDecisivenessStructured ApproachResults-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6MS Project

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Hospitality ProjectsLuxury Residential ProjectsConstruction StandardsSite EngineeringTechnical Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own delivery of a portfolio of high-end hospitality and luxury residential projects running in parallel, from property acquisition and due diligence through planning, design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and operational handover
Build and lead the Project Management Office (PMO), setting up project governance, planning, reporting, controls, and performance management across all projects
Establish and manage the construction and engineering function, including site engineers, technical supervision, quality control, and construction standards
Hold accountability for portfolio-wide budgets, schedules, quality, risks, and resource allocation
Oversee contractors, cost management, and high-end finishing
Manage relationships with local authorities, consultants, and statutory bodies to secure regulatory approvals
Lead multidisciplinary teams and hold project managers, consultants, and contractors responsible for results
Identify problems early, make decisions, and drive corrective actions
Provide leadership with regular reporting on portfolio status, risks, and escalations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or an equivalent field
10+ years of experience in construction and development delivery, including senior responsibility for multiple projects at the same time
Proven track record delivering luxury residential and hotel or hospitality projects, managed as a portfolio rather than as a single project
Experience building or leading a PMO and a construction engineering function
Hands-on experience with project management tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar
Hands-on, proactive, and decisive approach
Structured and results-oriented
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Fluent English
Project Management Certification (nice to have)
Spanish speaking skills (optional)

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-end international projects: Work on premium developments abroad, a valuable addition to any professional portfolio
Upscale clientele: Regular collaboration with high-profile clients brings exposure to demanding standards and valuable professional connections
Project security: The investor is developing each property for their own use as a hospitality venture, which means strong commitment and a guarantee that projects will be carried through to full completion
Fully remote with business trips
Collaboration from anywhere within GMT 0 to GMT+2
Laptop, home office supplies and infrastructure, and access to project and documentation tools from day one
Properties across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America
Team spanning 30+ countries