Location:
Milan (with regular presence on site)
Contract:
permanent, full-time
ABOUT US
Life Officina S.r.l. is the Italian services company of the Life NV, a European group, headquartered in Belgium, that develops, builds and operates next-generation student residences.
Our Italian portfolio is growing fast, centred on Milan and its metropolitan area, with two projects in development totalling around 950 beds.
To strengthen our local team, we are looking for a
client-side Project and Construction Manager.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the CEO Italy you will be LIFE''s client-side technical and construction delivery lead on one or more student housing projects — contributing from initial technical assessment and design through to tendering, construction and handover of the building to operations.
You will work closely with our Development Manager and the wider European team.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Review designs from a technical, cost and operational perspective, working with designers and consultants
Provide technical input during site assessments and due diligence, including key construction risks, buildability, preliminary budgets and programmes
Challenge designs, specifications and construction methods through value engineering and cost control, in line with LIFE's student housing and operational standards
Prepare and control budgets, cost estimates and programmes
Follow the permitting process with the design team (urban plans, building permit, SCIA/CILA, fire safety, energy compliance)
Maintain an integrated project programme and risk register, identifying critical-path activities and flagging issues well ahead of key decisions or the academic-year opening
Run private tenders: prepare tender documents, prequalify contractors, compare bids, negotiate and recommend awards
Lead structured tender comparisons, including qualifications, exclusions,



programme assumptions and technical/commercial recommendations
Support contracting: progress payments (SAL), retention, guarantees and insurance, liquidated damages, subcontracting
Manage sites day to day, coordinating the Direttore dei Lavori, the safety coordinator and contractors
Monitor progress, quality and compliance; verify progress valuations and payment certificates with the DL
Manage variations, new rates and contractor claims within budget and delegated authority
Track committed CAPEX, cash flow, contingencies, variations and forecast cost to complete against the approved business plan
Ensure compliance with Italian site-safety law (Legislative Decree *******) and contractor document checks (DURC, suitability, safety plans)
Coordinate completion, testing, certification and the certificate of occupancy (agibilità)
Hand over buildings to the operations team with a complete as-built file and manage post-completion warranties
Coordinate FF&E; and fit-out interfaces, commissioning, utility connections, IT/access systems and operational readiness with the residence operator
Produce monthly reports for Italian management and headquartersKeep the Manangement informed through concise weekly updates and early escalation of material risks, alongside formal monthly HQ reporting
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Master's degree in Civil/Building Engineering or Architecture;
At least 7 years in project or construction management, including at least 3 on the client side or as Direttore dei Lavori




Experience on residential, hospitality or student housing projects, preferably above €10 million
Proven track record in refurbishment or conversion projects; ability to support technical due diligence and manage complex interfaces is an advantage
Excellent knowledge of Italian building regulations, site safety and private construction contracts
Knowledge of the permitting environment and contractor market in Milan and Lombardy
Strong skills in planning and cost-control tools (Excel, MS Project/Primavera) and AutoCAD; BIM is a plus
Registration with a professional body and CSP/CSE qualification are an advantage
Italian (native or equivalent level) and fluent English; French or Dutch is a plus
Leadership on site, strong negotiation skills, precision and a results-driven mindset
Commercially minded, proactive and comfortable working closely with development, finance, legal and operations teams in an international environment
Driving licence (B) and willingness to travel within Italy and occasionally abroad
WHAT WE OFFER
Permanent contract under CCNL Commercio, level in line with experience
Gross annual salary (RAL) €****** – €****** be linked to the CCNL level and to objective, gender-neutral criteria], plus performance premio plus performance bonusMobility allowance, meal vouchers, welfare plan, laptop and smartphone
A central role in a growing international group, delivering projects with real social impact
A motivated, collaborative team with short decision lines
This position is open to candidates of all genders, ages and backgrounds, as well as to protected categories under Law *******, in accordance with Italian Legislative Decree ********.
Personal data will be processed in accordance with EU Regulation ******** (GDPR)
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