Job Description

Creating a future worth living for future generations gets us out of bed every morning. Depending on the project, we are consultants, implementers, or both for sustainable, innovative and economical solutions for real estate, industry, energy and infrastructure. Our more than 6,000 employees at 63 locations worldwide support our customers in interdisciplinary teams. Our thinking is both visionary and realistic. We work independently and as part of a team. With passion and the latest technologies. We unite. Join us at Dreso and let’s create a world we want to live in.

At Drees & Sommer, we are looking for a Senior Project Manager with solid international experience to lead large‑scale industrial EPCM projects ( > 50M EUR/USD) in sectors such as automotive, semiconductors, life sciences, chemicals, energy, manufacturing, and logistics. This position plays a key role in the planning, execution, and delivery of highly complex projects within multicultural environments governed by global standards and regulations.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical leadership, comprehensive project management capabilities, strategic vision, and exceptional communication and coordination skills across clients, stakeholders, and internal interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex industrial EPC/EPCM projects from requirements identification, design, planning, execution, and commissioning.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership and ensuring effective coordination across disciplines and external partners.
• Manage projects end‑to‑end, including production processes, facilities, buildings, and technical systems.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, organizing workshops and aligning interests among all involved parties.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with international standards, regulatory requirements, and methodological frameworks applicable to the industrial sector.
• Manage international contracts (EPC, EPCM, FIDIC, NEC, etc.) and oversee key aspects such as timelines, costs, scope, and quality.
• Support strategic decision‑making by analyzing risks, proposing solutions, and ensuring a results‑oriented approach.
• Drive business development activities by building and strengthening the professional network and contributing to the acquisition of new projects.
• Represent Drees & Sommer in international environments, collaborating with multicultural teams and adapting to global requirements.

Qualifications

1. Academic Background

• University degree in Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building/Construction Engineering, Architectural Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical fields.
• Master’s degrees or advanced certifications in project management (PMP, IPMA, Lean, etc.) will be valued.

2. Professional Experience

• Between 5 and 10 years of experience in managing large‑scale industrial projects ( > 50M EUR/USD).
• Proven recent experience in EPC/EPCM projects in sectors such as automotive, semiconductors, manufacturing, energy, logistics, or life sciences.

3. International Experience

• Participation in international projects with multicultural teams.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to different technical, regulatory, and cultural frameworks.

4. Language Skills

• Professional proficiency in English and Spanish
• German is highly valued.

5. Technical Knowledge

• Strong command of international construction and industrial standards.
• Practical knowledge of ISO standards and methodological frameworks relevant to the industrial sector.
• Understanding of international contract types (EPC, EPCM, FIDIC, NEC, etc.).
• Knowledge of BIM methodologies

6. Professional and Personal Competencies

• Leadership skills to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Highly organized profile with decision‑making capability, initiative, and strong results orientation.
• Proactive mindset and strategic vision.

7. Availability and Mobility

• Availability for regular travel within Spain and internationally (meetings, site supervision, coordination with client/local teams).

Additional Information

• To ensure your work-life balance, we offer the option of mobile working
• We promote your professional and personal development through individual training and further education at the Drees & Sommer Academy
• We support your health with a bonus for sports enthusiasts. We offer the possibility of subscribing to a private health insurance policy
• Employees benefit from tax advantages related to their commuting expenses for the office
• Fiscal advantages for employees expenses in meal costs during the worktime. Employee referral program with attractive bonus scheme
• Supporting career and familiy by receiving tax benefits for kindergarten expenses