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Construction Project Manager IKEA Service Office Spain

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  • San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain
  • Real Estate & Leasing

Job Description

  • Job ID: 347572

  • Date posted: 03/06/2026

    • Why we will love you

    Are you passionate about creating better everyday places for people?
    We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to lead construction projects across our Spain and Portugal portfolios. You will ensure that our assets are safe, sustainable, and future-ready, while enabling business growth and delivering an excellent customer experience.

    You will be part of a curious, open-minded team committed to making a real impact. You will lead with purpose, develop people, and collaborate across functions to deliver smart, cost‑efficient, and innovative real estate solutions.
    Who you are
    To succeed in this role, we believe you have:
    Key knowledge

    Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Building Engineering, or equivalent).
    10+ years of experience in construction project management for large and complex buildings.
    Strong technical background in construction engineering and building services (MEP systems) within tertiary sector developments (retail, offices, logistics, etc.).
    Proven experience in end-to-end project management, including design, permitting, procurement, and construction delivery.
    Solid knowledge of procurement strategies, contract management, and negotiation.
    Strong project planning skills, including budgeting, cost control, and risk management.
    Good understanding of applicable regulations, safety standards, and sustainability requirements.
    Relevant experience in a large, complex, international, multi-site organization, preferably in high-volume retail or commercial real estate.
    Fluency in Spanish and English.

    Key capabilities

    Project leadership and execution excellence: Ability to successfully lead complex construction projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with the highest quality standards.
    Stakeholder and team management: Strong ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and align diverse stakeholders toward common goals.
    Decision-making and risk management: Analytical mindset with the ability to anticipate risks and make effective decisions in dynamic environments.
    Cost and performance optimization: Focus on efficiency, cost control, and continuous project performance improvement.
    Communication and influence: Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills at all levels of the organization and with external partners.
    Strong project orientation: Ability to effectively contribute to timelines, budgeting, and early-stage planning for successful team delivery.

    What you'll be doing day to day

    Lead end-to-end construction project management activities, from design and planning through execution and delivery.
    Manage internal collaboration with business stakeholders and coordinate external partners, including consultants, contractors, and authorities.
    Ensure an optimal balance of quality, cost, time, and sustainability across all projects.
    Drive project planning, budgeting, cost control, and risk management throughout the entire lifecycle.
    Lead procurement processes, including tenders, contract negotiations, and the selection of consultants and contractors.
    Ensure full compliance with safety, legal, and environmental standards, including health and safety requirements.
    Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and best practices in construction and project execution.
    Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, authorities, and external partners.
    Collaborate and co-create to design solutions that balance functionality, cost, safety, and sustainability.
    Create customer value by ensuring our buildings are designed for the many people and deliver exceptional experiences.
    Work cross-functionally and build strong partnerships both internally and externally.
    Deliver solutions that meet business needs and enhance the customer experience.
    Inspire and provide clarity, helping others understand proposed design solutions and their benefits.








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