🏛️ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) — Infrastructure & EPC Projects in Spain

Spain has an active construction, renewable energy and infrastructure sector, with strong engineering firms.

$90–$320 / hour≈ $11,700–$41,600 / monthES

Strategic leadership, business development, project governance and international client relationships. Spanish is the main working language, so confirm language needs and local contractor rules. This is usually a senior appointment, full-time or fractional, with a notice period and performance-linked pay.

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Key responsibilities

• Lead business development with international clients and partners
• Oversee project governance, risk and compliance
• Build, coach and hold accountable the senior leadership team
• Represent the company to boards, lenders, regulators and government bodies

Skills employers look for

• P&L and board-level reporting
• Large-contract negotiation
• Stakeholder and government relations
• Decision-making under uncertainty

Tools and standards

• ERP and portfolio dashboards
• CRM for tender pipelines
• Enterprise risk registers

Typical deliverables

• Annual business and bid plan
• Board governance framework
• Key client and partner agreements

How success is measured

• Project margin and cash flow
• Client retention and satisfaction
• Safety and compliance record

Common challenges

• Managing political and contract risk across regions
• Keeping margins healthy on fixed-price work

Hiring tip

Ask for examples of portfolios or turnarounds they have led, and speak to past board members or clients.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a CEO, Infrastructure & EPC cost in Spain?

Indicative CEO, Infrastructure & EPC rates for Spain are about $90–$320 per hour, or $11,700–$41,600 per month for regular work.

What should I know before hiring in Spain?

Spanish is the main working language, so confirm language needs and local contractor rules.

Which cities in Spain do you cover?

Barcelona, Madrid.

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