BESS/Grid Project Manager – Milan

Nw Groupe; Milano; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

NW is seeking a BESS/Grid Project Manager to lead energy storage projects in Italy. The role focuses on coordinating grid connections (LV/MV/HV), managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

You will collaborate with internal and external teams, travel within Italy, and contribute to project development from permitting through execution. A technical degree and 2+ years in energy PM are expected.

Competenze

• Proven experience in project management within energy, preferably BESS, solar PV, or wind.
• Knowledge of Italy's electricity market and grid procedures is a plus.
• Strong analytical and multitasking abilities with good interpersonal skills.

Mansioni

• Manage the grid connection process (LV/MV/HV) with grid operators such as Terna and e-distribuzione.
• Coordinate development of Italian BESS projects from permitting to execution.
• Monitor timelines, costs, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support preliminary and executive design phases for storage projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external technical, legal, and environmental teams to progress projects.
• Conduct market analysis and aid in valorization of BESS solutions.

Conoscenze

Project management

Grid connection coordination

BESS knowledge

Formazione

Engineering degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Type of contract: Permanent
Location: Italy (on sitewith business trips)
Start date: as soon as possible

About NW

NW aims to make the energy transition accessible to all. Since 2007, the group has been deploying innovative solutions to increase the share of low-carbon energies in the French electricity mix, support the stability of the electricity network and contributing to the development of electric mobility.

As the first French energy transition unicorn, NW is the leader in France in electricity storage with its JBox® solution and the precursor of high-power charging terminals, its IECharge®. The company is also expanding internationally, particularly in Europe and the United States. In February 2023, NW joined the FrenchTech Next40.

Due to our remarkable growth, we are looking for a BESS/Grid Project Manager to come and collaborate with our team in Italy. Responsible for developing energy storage projects, you will have the following responsibilities:

What you will do

• Manage the grid connection process (LV/MV/HV) in collaboration with grid operators (e.g., e-distribuzione, Terna, others)

• Coordinate the development of BESS projects in Italy, from permitting to execution.

• Monitor project timelines, costs, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle (PMO activities).

• Support the preliminary and executive design phases.

• Collaborate with internal and external technical, legal, and environmental teams.

• Conduct market analysis and support the valorization of BESS solutions.

Desired skills

• Knowledge of the electricity market in Italy is a plus, including interaction with Terna and E-distribuzione

• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS)

• Proficiency in English (French is a plus)

• You have good analytical and multitasking skills

• You have excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

Your profile

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Energy, Civil, or similar) or equivalent technical background.

• Proven experience (minimum 2 years) in project management within the energy sector, preferably in BESS, solar PV, or wind.

• Technical knowledge in the field of renewable energy infrastructures and BESS

• Experience with grid connection procedures and key stakeholders (e.g., e-distribuzione, Terna, others).

• Familiarity with permitting processes and national environmental regulations.

• Ability to work independently, manage suppliers, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

• Willingness to travel within Italy.

Why NW?

• Join a dynamic and positive team conscious about our current climate challenges

• Discover the energy stocking and electric mobility industries

• Contribute to one of the most important transitions of our time aiming to achieve environmental stability for future generations

Recruitment process

• HR interview

• Manager interview

• Final interview