Project Manager - Data Centre Infrastructure

Leap29; Pavia; Ibrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Project Manager to lead renewable energy projects that support large-scale data centres in Italy. This role involves managing project lifecycles, technical coordination, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate has 3-7 years in project management and solid knowledge of the energy sectors. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and opportunities for long-term development.

Servizi

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Long-term development opportunities

Competenze

• 3–7 years of project management experience within renewable energy or related sectors.
• Experience working with data centres or energy-intensive infrastructure preferred.
• Solid knowledge of energy market frameworks and grid interconnection procedures.

Mansioni

• Manage the full project lifecycle of renewable energy developments for data centres.
• Coordinate technical and commercial activities across solar and hybrid projects.
• Ensure all projects meet compliance and environmental regulations.

Conoscenze

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Knowledge of Italian permitting processes

Technical understanding of solar PV

Fluent in Italian and English

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title :

Project Manager – Renewable Energy for Data Centre Infrastructure Location :

Milan or Rome, Italy (Hybrid / Flexible) Sector :

Data Centres | Renewable Energy | Infrastructure

About the Role We're hiring a

Project Manager

to lead the development and execution of renewable energy projects that directly support the power needs and sustainability goals of large-scale

data centre infrastructure

in Italy. This is a key role sitting at the intersection of

clean energy and digital infrastructure . You’ll be driving the integration of technologies like

solar PV, battery storage, and energy procurement strategies (e.g. PPAs)

to serve hyperscale & colocation data centres. You’ll work across internal teams and external partners - developers, utilities, engineering consultants, and data centre clients - to ensure energy solutions are delivered on time, on budget, & in line with ESG targets.

Key Responsibilities Manage the full project lifecycle of renewable energy developments supplying data centres, from site identification and permitting through to construction and energisation. Coordinate technical, commercial, and regulatory activities across solar, storage, or hybrid energy projects tailored to data centre requirements. Work closely with data centre clients to understand their energy needs, sustainability objectives, and infrastructure growth plans. Oversee grid connection processes, liaise with Italian TSOs / DSOs, and support grid optimisation for large energy loads. Support structuring and negotiation of long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) or behind-the-meter solutions for data centres. Ensure all projects meet relevant compliance, environmental, and planning regulations. Collaborate with internal engineering, commercial, and ESG teams across Italy and Europe.

Requirements 3–7 years of project management experience within renewable energy, energy infrastructure, or related sectors. Experience working with or supplying energy to data centres, hyperscalers, or other energy-intensive infrastructure is strongly preferred. Solid knowledge of Italian permitting processes, energy market frameworks, and grid interconnection procedures. Technical understanding of solar PV, battery energy storage, or hybrid energy systems. Skilled in stakeholder coordination, with strong attention to risk, cost, and timeline management. Fluent in both Italian and English. Based in or willing to travel regularly to Milan or Rome.

Why Apply? Be part of one of Italy’s most dynamic energy + infrastructure growth markets. Work with leading renewable energy technologies tailored to the digital economy. Join a growing team with real impact across both sustainability and infrastructure sectors. Competitive salary, hybrid working, and long-term development opportunities.

To apply, use the link or contact Georgia Sumnall :