Milan-based Renewable Energy Project Development Lead

Aquila Clean Energy EMEA; Milano; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquila Clean Energy EMEA, Milan office, is seeking a Project Development Manager to lead late-stage project development, coordinate permits, and manage collaborations with external developers and engineering firms.

You will work with authorities, landowners, grid operators, and internal teams to ensure timely, compliant, and budget-conscious delivery, while maintaining clear documentation and reporting. Fluency in English and Italian and a background in engineering or architecture are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Environmental, Electrical, Civil) or Architecture.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in energy sector.
• Experience evaluating territorial planning tools and authorization legislation in renewables.
• Knowledge of grid connection regulations (TICA, STMG, STMD, Sharing Agreements).
• Strong intercultural and communication skills.
• Advanced MS Office, Google Earth; basic PVsyst and AutoCAD.
• Excellent knowledge of English and Italian.

Responsibilities

• Manage RTB status and obtain permissions up to ready-to-build.
• Oversee co-development contracts with external developers/engineering firms.
• Manage relationships with Public Authorities, Landowners, Grid operators, etc.
• Internal discussions on technical and commercial specifics.
• Monitor delivery times and implement best practices.
• Create and maintain project reporting and documentation archive.
• Collaborate with Legal, Controlling, Engineering, Interconnection, Construction teams.
• Support EPC and O&M contract drafting; assist due diligence.

Skills

Engineering degree

Energy sector experience

Territorial planning tools

Grid connection knowledge

Intercultural communication

Microsoft Office

Google Earth

PVsyst basics

AutoCAD

English language

Italian language

Education

Engineering or Architecture degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Earth

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Job description

Aquila Clean Energy EMEA, Milan office, is seeking a Project Development Manager to lead late-stage project development, coordinate permits, and manage collaborations with external developers and engineering firms.

You will work with authorities, landowners, grid operators, and internal teams to ensure timely, compliant, and budget-conscious delivery, while maintaining clear documentation and reporting. Fluency in English and Italian and a background in engineering or architecture are required.