Permitting Specialist - Renewable Energy

Samuel Knight Energy; Cuneo; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international renewable energy company is seeking a Permitting Specialist to manage permitting processes for various projects in Italy. The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in renewable energy permitting, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and strong knowledge of the Italian permitting frameworks. This role offers career development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Servizi

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Career development in a fast-growing international company

Opportunity to work on large-scale projects across Italy

Competenze

• 3–5 years in renewable energy permitting in Italy.
• Strong knowledge of Italian permitting frameworks: AU, VIA, TICA.
• Proficient in English for internal communication and reporting.

Mansioni

• Manage the full permitting process for AU, PAS, and DIA.
• Coordinate construction-related filings and ensure compliance.
• Work with other teams for project timelines and feasibility.

Conoscenze

Understanding of national and regional permitting procedures

Familiarity with Italian environmental and urban planning codes

Experience in coordinating with public authorities and technical consultants

Strong organizational and time management

Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

Attention to regulatory and documentation detail

Formazione

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Permitting Specialist – Primary & Secondary Permitting

Sector: Renewable Energy (Wind, Solar PV, BESS)

Location: Rome

Responsibilities

• Primary Permitting: Manage the full permitting process for AU (priority), PAS (Simplified Authorization Procedure), and DIA (Declaration of Start of Activity) depending on project type and size. Prepare and submit documentation for Environmental Impact Assessments (VIA), environmental screening / VIncA, construction permits, and grid connection authorization (TICA). Liaise with national, regional, and local authorities including Municipalities, Regions, Provinces, ARPA, Soprintendenza, GSE, Enel / TERNA, etc.
• Secondary Permitting: Manage all post-AU permits required for construction, including site access and road works, easements and agricultural land conversion, civil works licenses, and grid infrastructure approvals. Coordinate construction-related filings (SCIA, CILA, building notices, etc.). Support the construction team in managing permit amendments ("varianti in corso d’opera") and ensure compliance during site works.
• Collaboration: Work with Development & EIA teams & Project Managers for project timelines and feasibility; Engineering team for alignment on technical plans; Legal & Regulatory for interpreting laws and supporting filings; Community & Stakeholder Relations for local acceptance and outreach.

Requirements

Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience: 3–5 years in renewable energy permitting in Italy (solar, wind, or BESS). Strong knowledge of Italian permitting frameworks: AU, VIA, TICA, PAS, urban and energy law

Skills: Understanding of national and regional permitting procedures; Familiar with Italian environmental and urban planning codes; Experienced in coordinating with public authorities and technical consultants

Languages: Native Italian; Proficient English for internal communication and reporting

Key Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and time management
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Attention to regulatory and documentation detail

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Career development in a fast-growing international renewable energy company
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, multi-technology projects across Italy