Permitting Specialist - Renewable Energy

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