Head of Engineering

PERI , a leading international company in Iberia in the area of formwork, scaffolding and engineering is looking for individuals to fill the position as Technical Manager – Iberia (based in Spain - Madrid) .

Your responsibilities

Purpose of the role

• Leads and manages the Technical Department PERI Iberia. Responsibility for ensuring that the technical department provides the most cost-effective solution for the customer and more profitable for PERI, as well as to supervise the quality and technical precision of all the works produced in the technical department.
• Department management
• Comply and enforce mandatory group directives.
• Lead the work of the technical department optimizing its operation.
• Evaluation of performance in the technical department.
• Control compliance with the MBOs of the technical department.
• Mark, according to the management of the company, the remuneration criteria and variable premiums of the employees of the technical department.
• Hire qualified technical personnel suitable for the technical department
• Ensure and observes all technical codes, norms and processes of the technical department
• Bid and Project Management
• Supervise the projects, technical solutions and calculations made in the department.
• Control the profitability of projects taking into account technical and financial risk.
• Support to commercial / project manager in the presentation of bids, participating in closing operations if necessary.
• Documentation and training
• Provide technical consultancy to the sales department and the client during meetings or on-site advice.
• Develop the training area of the company.
• Technically support all employees.
• Preparation of technical / economic reports.
• Disseminate technical information in the department and throughout the company.
• Communication
• Represent PERI in external committees and clients.
• Perform system, product and company presentations both internally and in professional or university forums.
• Transmit vital information to other departments (logistics, billing, etc.)
• Participate in the Management Committees of the Company
• Communicate with Germany and other subsidiaries of the group regarding technical issues.

Your profile

• University degree (civil or mechanical engineering), key areas: construction, steel construction, building operations or similar education such as master craftsperson (civil or mechanical engineering)
• Practical experience/professional experience in formwork and scaffolding (min . 8 years)
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of and experience with Auto CAD or similar software
• Rstab and 3 D applications
• Knowledge in BIM applications
• Very good command in English
• International experience and/or experience with international companies
• Troubleshooting Advanced knowledge of PERI systems is an advantage
• Advanced knowledge of design and manufacturing processes.
• Advanced knowledge of the calculation processes.
• Fluid handling of PERI technical tables
• Quality of work organization and planning
• Communicative and social competence
• Teamwork oriented
• Continuous improvement / Innovation updating of knowledge
• Customer orientation
• Analytical skills
• Trustworthy and upright
• Strong work ethic, open minded and reliable