Category: Project Management

by MDCI Project Managers / on 18 March, 2026

Your questions answered on building in Spain

Building in Spain involves more than just design and construction—it requires a clear understanding of budgeting, planning permission, land classification, and building licences. In this comprehensive guide, our project management experts answer the most common questions about building in Spain, helping you avoid pitfalls,
by MDCI Project Managers / on 18 February, 2026

Do you Understand the Construction Jargon?

Construction projects can feel overwhelming — especially when meetings are filled with unfamiliar terminology like BOQs, RFIs, change orders, scope creep, and punch lists. If you’ve ever nodded along while secretly wondering what everyone is talking about, you’re not alone. The construction industry is
by MDCI Project Managers / on 14 January, 2026

How to keep Your Construction Project on Track

A recent survey reveals that 90% of construction projects fail to meet their original deadlines. For anyone planning a build in 2026, the right project management approach is critical. Drawing on over 25 years of experience and a 100% on-time, on-budget delivery record, MDCI
by MDCI Project Managers / on 21 December, 2025

Buying a Plot with Project and Licence in Spain

Buying a plot in Spain with a “ready-made” project and building licence can seem like the fastest way to start building your dream villa—but the reality is often far more complex. Many buyers don’t realise that a basic project is only the first step,
by MDCI Project Managers / on 20 November, 2025

Avoiding Costly Mistakes with the Declaración de Responsable System in Spain

For overseas investors and property owners, understanding the Declaración de Responsable system in Spain is essential before starting any refurbishment or construction works. This streamlined process allows certain projects to begin without the usual long licence delays—but it also transfers full legal responsibility to
by MDCI Project Managers / on 23 October, 2025

Is Your Electrical Power On-Site Enough?

Power shortages on construction sites in Spain are more common than many developers expect. When the local grid cannot meet your project’s energy demands, Spanish law often requires the installation of a dedicated transformer station (Centro de Transformación) before utilities will approve a connection.
by MDCI Project Managers / on 17 September, 2025

How to Contract an Architect in Spain

Hiring an architect in Spain is one of the most important steps in your construction project. From verifying accreditation and insurance to defining the scope of services, agreeing fees, and signing a watertight contract, there are key steps that protect you throughout the process.
by MDCI Project Managers / on 3 August, 2025

Preparing a Project for Disposal to another Client

As the property development landscape evolves, many developers are taking projects further—completing designs, obtaining licences, and preparing sites for immediate construction—to appeal to investors and home builders seeking reduced risk and faster timelines. MDCI, with nearly 30 years of experience managing complex developments, helps
by MDCI Project Managers / on 2 July, 2025

Lessons to learn from a hotel refurbishment gone wrong

When a hotel renovation in Spain spiraled out of control—missing licences, absent contracts, unpaid suppliers, and mismanaged timelines—MDCI was brought in to assess and advise. Although the project was ultimately beyond rescue, it serves as a cautionary tale. In this article, we break down