Project Development Manager - Italy

Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd (ENLT); Italia; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global renewable energy company is seeking a highly motivated Project Development Manager to oversee the development of wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects in Italy. This role involves leading project activities from early development to Ready-To-Build (RTB) stage, with an emphasis on stakeholder management and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in the renewable sector and a deep understanding of the Italian market. Fluency in Italian and proficiency in English are essential.

Competenze

• Minimum of 7 years experience in renewable energy project development.
• Deep understanding of the Italian renewable energy landscape.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects.

Mansioni

• Lead development activities of wind, solar, and BESS projects in Italy.
• Manage schedules and budgets, ensuring timely execution.
• Coordinate with external developers and authorities to obtain permits.

Conoscenze

Project development

Stakeholder management

Risk mitigation

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Formazione

University degree in Engineering or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Enlight Renewable Energy is a leading global renewable energy company, driving the transition to a sustainable energy future. We are looking for a talented and highly motivated Project Development Manager to take a key role in developing our wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects in Italy. This position offers full ownership of projects from early development through Ready-To-Build (RTB), with the opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-growing environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands‑on experience in the Italian renewable energy market, a proactive mindset, and excellent execution and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading all development related activities of greenfield, mid-stage and mature wind, solar, and BESS projects in Italy up to Ready‑To‑Build (RTB), in cooperation with external developers and internal stakeholders.
• Management of schedules and budgets, ensuring timely execution during all project stages in coordination with all company departments involved.
• Manage and coordinate external developers, engineering companies, consultants, authorities, institutions, and advisors to obtain all required permits, authorizations, and administrative approvals.
• Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate risks related to project development and implementation, including financial, legal, technical, regulatory, and environmental risks.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with all external and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development and project management processes, supporting portfolio growth, scalability, and technical and financial optimization of ongoing projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in renewable energy project development, ideally across multiple technologies (solar, wind, and/or BESS).
• University degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Deep understanding of the Italian renewable energy development landscape, including permitting, regulatory processes, and grid connection principles.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects, including documentation, schedules, budgets, and external interfaces.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, administrative procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• High motivation, strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently, excellent problem‑solving skills, and strong attention to detail. Previous experience in an international company or major energy developer is an advantage.
• Italian – native or fluent; strong proficiency in English for technical and professional communication (spoken and written).
• Willingness to travel across Italy as required.