Architectural & Technical Senior Manager

Location: Milan, Italy | On-site

Your Next Career Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong background in architectural and technical project management, capable of overseeing the design development, interior design, and engineering coordination of complex projects, ensuring alignment with quality standards, approved budgets, and project timelines.

This role will play a key part in the development of high-end real estate and hospitality projects across Europe, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, external consultants, and specialized contractors.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and oversee the architectural and technical development of projects, from initial design stages through construction and final handover.
- Supervise and evaluate the work of external architecture firms, interior designers, structural engineers, and MEP consultants.
- Review architectural drawings, technical specifications, materials, and design proposals to ensure quality, completeness, and constructability.
- Coordinate architectural, interior design, structural, and MEP disciplines, identifying and resolving technical conflicts and design inconsistencies.
- Monitor design progress, budgets, and project schedules, identifying opportunities for optimization and value engineering.
- Oversee refurbishment, renovation, and building conversion projects, assessing existing conditions, structural constraints, and technical requirements.
- Coordinate permitting and licensing processes with local authorities and specialized advisors.
- Manage design changes, technical risks, and potential deviations affecting project cost, schedule, and quality.
- Provide technical oversight during construction, reviewing submittals, materials,



mock-ups, and quality standards.
- Coordinate technical activities related to project commissioning, completion, and operational handover.
- Prepare executive reports and present project progress, technical challenges, and risk assessments to senior management.
- Promote process standardization, technical best practices, and continuous improvement across project activities.

Candidate Profile

- Minimum 10 years of experience in architectural and technical project management (12 years preferred).
- At least 5 years of experience leading architectural and technical coordination for luxury hospitality, urban developments, or similarly complex real estate projects.
- Proven experience supervising external architecture, interior design, structural engineering, and MEP teams.
- Experience in refurbishment, renovation, or conversion of existing buildings.
- Strong background in design reviews, technical specifications, budget alignment, and project risk management.
- Knowledge of local building regulations, permitting processes, and construction standards.
- Experience managing projects in urban environments and collaborating with multicultural teams.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering. A postgraduate degree in Restoration, Architectural Conservation, Project Management, or a related field is desirable.

Languages:





Advanced English (C1) is mandatory. Knowledge of the local language and Spanish will be considered an advantage.

Work Authorization:

Valid authorization to work in Italy or the ability to pursue a feasible relocation process, subject to the position's requirements.

Technical Knowledge & Tools

- Architectural and interior design development and review.
- Structural engineering and MEP coordination.
- Building refurbishment, restoration, and conversion processes.
- Construction regulations, fire safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency standards.
- BIM coordination and technical model reviews.
- Quality control, value engineering, and design change management.
- Project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, or Lean Construction.

Software: Autodesk ACC, Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project or Primavera P6, Excel, and Power BI.

Key Competencies

We are looking for a professional with strong technical leadership, autonomy, and the ability to influence multidisciplinary teams without necessarily having direct reporting responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound architectural judgment, attention to detail, negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and a strong results-oriented approach.

The ability to manage multiple stakeholders, make informed decisions in complex environments, and communicate project progress and risks effectively to senior management is essential.

Are you ready for your next professional challenge?

If you have a strong background in architectural and technical project management and are interested in contributing to complex developments in an international environment, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Architectural & Technical Senior Manager (Milano)
🏢 Confidential
📍 Milano