Corporate Director of Project & Technical Services- Hotel Group

Position: Director of Project & Technical Services

Location: Barcelona, Spain + remote + business trips on the locations of the Hotels & Resorts 
Recruitment of COMPANIUM Hospitality on behalf of an international hospitality group

About Our Client

COMPANIUM is recruiting on behalf of a dynamic and fast-growing international hospitality group known for its immersive lifestyle experiences that blend hospitality, dining, music, and events. The group operates in some of the worlds most iconic seaside destinations and continues to expand its portfolio of resorts, residences, and destination hotels. The company is independently owned, family-led, and headquartered in Barcelona.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Director of Project & Technical Services to oversee the full lifecycle of all development and renovation projects across the groups global portfolio. This leadership role combines strategic technical oversight with hands-on project coordination and operational engagement.

The scope includes:

• Full technical delivery of all pipeline and future development projects

• Supervision of Engineering and Maintenance departments for operating hotels

• Leadership and execution of Capex initiatives across the brand

Your initial priority will be a full review of all active pipeline projects to assess risks, identify opportunities, and drive optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the bridge between brand strategy, design, construction teams, and technical consultants

• Select and manage third-party service providers, ensuring alignment with budget and quality standards

• Maintain strong, transparent relationships with developers, owners, and consultants

• Ensure brand standards and project goals are met across all technical activities

• Oversee stakeholder coordination across all project types (new builds, renovations, refurbishments)

• Manage RFPs and ensure compliance with legal, technical, cost, and timing requirements

• Monitor site progress and ensure alignment with building codes and specifications

• Lead and mentor the internal technical services team and oversee external consultants

• Support Capex planning and participate in corporate procurement processes

• Champion a client-first mindset, long-term relationship-building, and operational excellence

Profile Sought

• Minimum 10 years' experience in project management or technical services for hospitality or real estate developments

• Deep understanding of building codes, MEP systems, and FF&E integration

• Skilled in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or Adobe is a plus

• Proven leadership and risk-management skills, with a hands-on approach

• Strong commercial acumen in hotel operations and project budgeting

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

• Willing to travel internationally as required

What the Company Offers

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Health insurance and paid time off

• Career growth in a high-energy, global hospitality company

• Hybrid working structure 

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead global hospitality projects in a lifestyle-driven, design-focused group with ambitious expansion plans we would love to hear from you.

Apply through COMPANIUM Hospitality.