Secondary Permitting Manager

Samuel Knight International; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Permitting Manager to oversee critical development projects in France. The successful candidate will manage permit processes, ensuring compliance and facilitating construction readiness. Ideal applicants will have a background in engineering or environmental science, with fluent Italian and English communication skills, and at least three years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Italian permitting landscape and construction regulations.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage the secondary permitting process.
• Liaise with development, legal, and technical teams for permits.
• Interface with local authorities and regulatory agencies.

Connaissances

Stakeholder Management

Organizational Skills

Fluency in Italian

Fluency in English

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Outils

MS Office

Project Management Software

Description du poste

Key Responsibilities

Secondary Permitting (from RTB to Construction Start):

• Lead and manage the secondary permitting process to ensure projects are fully compliant and construction-ready.
• Liaise with development, legal, and technical teams to secure and maintain all required construction-phase permits and approvals (e.g. environmental, grid connection, site access).
• Interface with local authorities, regional bodies, and regulatory agencies to fast-track pending permits and resolve open issues.
• Prepare, review, and submit documentation related to secondary permits, EIAs, land agreements, and construction authorizations.
• Track permit timelines and proactively mitigate risks to avoid delays to construction start.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar or large infrastructure projects, ideally with a blend of permitting and construction coordination
• Strong understanding of the Italian permitting landscape and construction regulations, especially related to renewable energy
• Experience managing interactions with Italian authorities, grid operators, and environmental agencies
• Fluency in Italian and English, both written and spoken, Spanish is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of project management tools/software is a plus

Desirable

• Familiarity with EHS standards and construction compliance reporting
• Experience managing EPC contractors or owner’s engineering services
• Knowledge of Italian subcontractors and local construction practices