International Project Manager

Description

Job Summary: Fira de Barcelona seeks an International Project Manager to plan, implement, and monitor integrated events and projects, ensuring strategic execution and achievement of objectives. Key Highlights: 1. Joining a leading institution with high-impact projects. 2. A collaborative and innovative environment with cross-functional teams. 3. Opportunity to participate in world-renowned events. Fira de Barcelona is one of Europe's most prominent trade fair institutions, thanks to its venues, activities, and established leadership. We are currently seeking an **International Project Manager** to join the International Business Area. **What will you do?** The selected candidate will be responsible for the **end-to-end planning, implementation, and monitoring of fairs, events, and assigned projects**. You will work cross-functionally with various departments and areas, ensuring proper execution of strategic lines defined by the Fair Management Directorate and guaranteeing timely, budget-compliant, and quality-oriented objective delivery. **Main Responsibilities:** * Coordinate and supervise the implementation of all operational and strategic aspects of the project, aligning them with the Fair Management Directorate’s guidelines. * Ensure proper management and control of the **project budget**, including funding research, allocation of budget lines, and tracking of their execution. * Lead and coordinate activities managed by other involved departments and areas, ensuring they have the necessary resources (material, personnel, and financial). * Establish and maintain relationships with **suppliers, partners, associations, and other external stakeholders**, ensuring correct execution of all project phases. * Coordinate internal actions with other departments to ensure process coherence and efficiency. * Implement and monitor **operational systems** targeting different audiences (accreditations, applications, etc.). * Track key performance indicators and propose improvements to optimize results. **Who are we looking for?** * University degree in **Business Administration and Management (ADE), International Trade, Economics, or equivalent qualification.** * Prior experience: over 2 years in similar positions. * Knowledge of **budget management**, project planning, and control. * Proficiency in office software (**Excel, PowerPoint**) and strong English language skills (C1/C2\). * Skills in **organization, communication, planning, and analytical capability**. * Client orientation and commitment to service excellence, with influencing ability and teamwork skills. **What do we offer?** * Joining a leading institution with high-impact projects. * A collaborative and innovative environment with cross-functional teams. * Flexible working hours and teleworking opportunities. * **Competitive base salary**, with **variable and flexible compensation**. * Continuous training, social benefits, free parking, staff cafeteria. All this, at the heart of Barcelona, within an institution that drives the city’s economic and cultural development, with international projects, diverse teams, and the opportunity to participate in **world-renowned events**.