Digital Planning Director (Permanent)

NetZero; Perugia; Remoto; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Director of Renewable Projects Development to lead the execution of major projects in Italy. This position involves managing a team of project managers and collaborating with stakeholders to drive multiple utility-scale projects to completion, ensuring timely delivery and regulatory compliance.

Competenze

• At least 15 years of experience in renewable energy project development.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Demonstrated leadership with multidisciplinary project teams.

Mansioni

• Lead execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects across Italy.
• Manage Italian Project Development team, overseeing performance and development.
• Develop and implement project work plans aligned with company goals.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Interconnection Frameworks

Environmental Compliance

Descrizione del lavoro

Director of Renewable Projects Development – Italy

Italy (flexible location, working remotely)

Reports To : Head of the European Project Development Department

The company develops, finances, builds and operates renewable energy projects across a diverse portfolio, including solar, wind and energy storage solutions, with a strong track record and a growing presence across Europe. In Italy, we currently manage a portfolio of 20 projects, with ~1.6 GWh of energy storage capacity, spanning solar PV, wind, and battery storage technologies.

We are seeking an experienced, strategic and results-oriented Director to lead and manage the execution of our growing project pipeline in Italy. This senior role will be responsible for all aspects of project development in Italy starting upon investment decision and until the projects reach the ready-to-build (RTB) status, including : permitting, interconnection, land, off-take, etc. The Director will manage a team of four project managers, oversee collaboration with local development partners and consultants, and serve as the primary interface with authorities, key stakeholders, and the company headquarters.

Lead execution of its utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar PV, wind, storage) pipeline across Italy from post-origination to ready-to-build.

• Manage the Italian Project Development team, including task allocation, performance oversight and professional development. Monitor the team’s execution against goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop and implement annual and long-term development work plans for Italy, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

At least 15 years of experience in renewable energy project development in Italy, with a proven record in large-scale or utility-scale projects.

• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary project teams and management of complex stakeholder environments.
• Deep understanding of the Italian permitting process, interconnection frameworks, land regulations, and environmental compliance.
• Experience in planning, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting for large infrastructure projects.
• Fluent in Italian and English.