Project Manager

Sonnedix; Milano; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing support

Sonnedix Academy

Learning paths and AI tools

Job summary

Sonnedix is seeking an Engineering & Construction Project Manager to oversee permitting, contracting, engineering, procuring, constructing and commissioning large renewable plants across Italy. You will collaborate with EPCs, grid operators, government entities, and internal teams to keep timelines and budgets on track.

The role requires engineering or related degree, strong project management experience in complex construction, and proficiency in Excel and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Contract negotiation skills and strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Experience in the Italian renewable market and proven project management on large construction projects.
• Proficiency in Excel and Project; working knowledge of AutoCAD and PVSyst is a plus.
• Experience using digital tools to improve efficiency and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee permitting, contracting, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of new renewable plants in Italy.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, grid operators, governmental entities and internal stakeholders.
• Review contractor documentation and monitor performance and incidents during construction.
• Promote safe, efficient sites and drive QA/QC and continuous improvement in PV engineering standards.

Skills

Project management

Contract negotiation

English proficiency

Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD

PVSyst

Digital tools

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

PVSyst

Job description

Role Overview

The Engineering and Construction (E&C) Project Manager will oversee and manage the permitting, contracting, engineering, procuring, constructing and commissioning of new large‑scale renewable plants across various locations in Italy. The role ensures compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards while establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with EPC contractors, grid operators, governmental entities, internal stakeholders, and service providers.

Responsibilities

The E&C Project Manager will:
• Work concurrently on multiple renewable plant projects, taking overall responsibility for activities throughout the entire plant lifecycle – development, engineering, construction, and operations.
• Ensure cross‑functional teams receive timely project information to perform their duties effectively.
• Review and approve contractor documentation for completed plants, and monitor, analyse and report on performance and incidents during construction.
• Promote safe and efficient work sites and champion continuous improvement in PV engineering standards, best practices, and QA/QC aspects.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or equivalent
• Contract negotiation skills and strong written and verbal communication in English
• Experience in the Italian renewable market, including grid‑connection procedures and proven project‑management experience on complex commercial or industrial construction projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project or equivalent project‑management software for program control, budget monitoring and deviation management; working knowledge of AutoCAD and PVSyst is an advantage
• Experience using or developing digital tools or workflows to improve efficiency, innovation and productivity

Benefits

• Opportunity for career development within a growing company
• Inclusive international working culture with a diverse, friendly team
• Flexibility – hybrid working model, generous annual leave plus an additional four weeks of discretionary unpaid leave
• Family‑first benefits – generous paid parental leave and support for carers
• Option to work from elsewhere for up to six weeks per year
• Summer working hours
• Financial, social, mental and physical wellbeing support
• Sonnedix Academy – training and development programmes including leadership, technical training, essential skills, DEI, mentorship and more
• Dedicated learning paths and resources for using AI and digital tools confidently
• Well‑equipped office environments
• Social events, team‑building activities and One Team Network groups, led by employees based on shared identities, interests, backgrounds and life experiences

Pay Transparency

In line with EU pay transparency requirements, salary ranges will be shared with candidates in the EU before progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process. This range reflects the typical starting pay for new hires; pay above this level may apply based on experience, skills, or role scope.