Energy Leader Italy

AECOM; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Meal vouchers

Health insurance

Pension savings plan

Gym memberships

Laptop & smartphone

Job summary

AECOM seeks a senior Energy Leader to grow the Italy energy business, overseeing strategy, client relations and project execution across renewables, transmission, storage, and transition initiatives. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and engage national and international stakeholders to advance sustainable energy solutions.

The role requires a master’s in engineering, 10+ years in energy, and fluent Italian and English, with strong leadership and business development skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering and registration with the Order of Engineers.
• At least 10 years of experience in the energy sector: renewables, energy transport, storage systems.
• Fluent in Italian and English; knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, team management and results orientation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead, manage and grow our energy business in Italy. Drive delivery excellence and collaborate with energy teams across Europe.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Act as trusted advisor to clients and manage key relationships with utilities, developers and EPCs.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities; prepare technical and economic proposals; monitor Italian regulatory trends.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Business development

Italian proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

• Compensation: EUR 74,690 - EUR 99,580 - yearly

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a senior, strategic, and technically qualified professional with proven experience in the Italian energy sector to Lead and Grow the Energy business in Italy. This position combines market development, client relationship management, and technical leadership in engineering and environmental services aimed at key players in the energy sector.

The Energy Leader will be responsible for:

Understanding market trends and client needs.

Strengthening the company's network in the energy sector.

Leading team growth and AECOM's strategic positioning in Italy.

The focus will be on innovative projects in renewable energy production, energy transmission and distribution, storage solutions, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and energy transition.

Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

Lead, manage and grow our energy business in Italy.

Drive project delivery excellence, ensuring projects are completed on time, on budget, and with high-quality results.

Collaborate and work together with our Energy Sector teams across Europe.

Develop and implement a business strategy to strengthen AECOM’s presence in the Italian energy market.

Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (engineering, permitting, environmental) and interact with national and international stakeholders.

Drive a culture where AECOM is recognised as a great place to work, promoting staff engagement and retention.

Attract new talent and lead strategic and senior recruitment.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing innovative solutions to meet their energy needs and sustainability goals.

Manage strategic relationships with key clients: utilities, developers, independent power producers (IPP), investment funds, and EPC contractors.

Business Development

Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging AECOM’s global expertise and local market knowledge.

Prepare technical and economic proposals for public and private tenders, in synergy with management.

Monitor the evolution of Italian regulatory and legislative frameworks, anticipating trends and market opportunities.

Provide strategic insights to position AECOM as a leader in energy transition and sustainability.

Actively participate in institutional roundtables, industry events, and international initiatives.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in engineering (preferably in Energy, Environmental, or Electrical Engineering) and registration with the Order of Engineers.

At least 10 years of experience in the energy sector:

Renewable energy production (wind, solar, hydroelectric, biomass, etc.).

Energy transport and distribution (electricity grids, smart grids, etc.).

Storage systems (batteries, hydrogen, thermal storage, etc.).

Business development activities, including market analysis, offer development, and customer relationship management.

Fluent in Italian and English; Knowledge of other languages is an advantage.

In-depth knowledge of the Italian market, including authorization processes, grid connections, and incentive mechanisms.

Excellent leadership skills, team management, and results orientation.

Additional Information

What we offer:

AECOM: A World of Opportunities and Benefits

Attractive Compensation Package:We offer a competitive salary along with a range of exclusive benefits, including hybrid work, meal vouchers, welfare program, resources for personal well-being and mental health, gym memberships, health insurance, laptop, smartphone, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, and a pension savings plan.

Office in the Heart of Milan:Central location, with easy access to all the city's conveniences.

Work Flexibility:We offer flexible work options to help you maintain an optimal work-life balance.

Public Transport Allowances:We help cover the costs of your daily commute.

Culture of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion inWelcoming Workplaces:Our culture promotes a welcoming and respectful work environment. AECOM Italy has obtained gender equality certification.

Professional Growth and Development:We invest in your future with training and development programs to help you achieve your career goals.

This role is covered by the CCNL Commercio e Terziario applied by the Company.

Placement within the salary range will be determined on the basis of objective and neutral criteria, including the skills required for the role, relevant professional experience, the expected level of autonomy and responsibility, and the candidate's alignment with the position requirements.

Any benefits and additional elements of the overall compensation and welfare package will be discussed during the recruitment process.

This offer is open to all genders in compliance with legislative decree 198/2006, and to people of all ages and nationalities according to legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03.

Personal data will be processed in compliance with EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR).