Senior Project Manager – Utility Scale Solar

Enerland; Milano; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable employment

Career development

Smart-working

Meal vouchers

International environment

Job summary

Enerland invites a Senior Project Manager to join our Milan team and lead photovoltaic and BESS projects from award to handover. You will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring scope compliance, timelines, budget, safety, and quality across all construction phases.

We seek an Engineering degree, at least 5 years in solar project construction, and willingness to travel across Italy and Europe. Spanish language is a plus.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing the construction of photovoltaic projects as Project Manager.
• Strong technical background in solar energy and utility-scale projects.
• Willingness to travel across construction sites in Italy and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full contractual scope compliance and manage the project from kick-off to completion.
• Lead, coordinate, and manage project activities with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Plan, monitor, and control project timelines, costs, resources, and risks to ensure on-time delivery and budget compliance.
• Optimize construction processes to achieve maximum efficiency while maintaining quality and cost control.
• Prepare and deliver periodic project progress reports according to established requirements.
• Support and advise the Global Operations Manager on technical, operational, and contractual matters.
• Manage project budgets, including cost estimation for engineering and construction activities, and define scopes for subcontractors.
• Manage relationships with main subcontractors during the construction phase.
• Verify that project documentation complies with all applicable regulations, permits, and standards.
• Ensure construction works are executed in accordance with approved designs, licenses, and authorizations.
• Supervise all project phases until commissioning and handover to the client.
• Manage project close-out procedures with both the client and public administration.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures related to quality, environmental management, health & safety, and waste management.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Solar energy knowledge

Budget management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are a leading company in the renewable energy sector, operating across four continents and specializing in self-consumption and utility-scale photovoltaic projects. Since 2007.

Enerland Group has been driving sustainable development worldwide through innovation, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.

We are passionate about accelerating the energy transition and believe that people are at the core of our success. We foster a collaborative, respectful, and dynamic work environment where every contribution matters. If you are looking to join an international team committed to making a tangible impact in the renewable energy sector, this is an exciting opportunity for you

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team in Milan. Report to the Global Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the successful execution of photovoltaic/BESS projects from contract award through construction and final handover.

• Ensure full compliance with the contractual scope agreed with the client and manage the project from kick-off to completion.
• Lead, coordinate, and manage project activities with the support of assigned internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Plan, monitor, and control project timelines, costs, resources, and risks to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Optimize construction processes to achieve maximum efficiency while maintaining quality and cost control.
• Prepare and deliver periodic project progress reports according to established requirements.
• Support and advise the Global Operations Manager on technical, operational, and contractual matters.
• Manage project budgets, including cost estimation for engineering and construction activities, and define scopes for subcontractors.
• Manage relationships with main subcontractors during the construction phase.
• Verify that project documentation complies with all applicable regulations, permits, and standards.
• Ensure construction works are executed in accordance with approved designs, licenses, and authorizations.
• Supervise all project phases until commissioning and handover to the client.
• Manage project close-out procedures with both the client and public administration.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures related to quality, environmental management, health & safety, and waste management.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment where people feel part of a shared objective.
• Education: Degree in Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience managing the construction of photovoltaic projects as Project Manager.
• Technical Skills: Strong technical background in solar energy; proven experience in utility-scale projects is essential.
• Tools: Good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Travel: Availability to travel across construction sites in Italy.
• Availability to travel across construction sites in other European countries.
• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

What We Offer

• Stable employment with competitive compensation.
• Continuous training and strong career development opportunities.
• Work-life balance benefits (smart-working options, meal vouchers).
• An excellent, international, and collaborative working environment.

Join us and be part of the future of energy.