We are seeking an experienced Project Development Manager in Italy. Take a look at the position we're looking to fill and apply if you're interested!
Responsibilities
* Manage the development activities for obtaining the required renewable energy projects permits and land (PAS, VIA, AU, Verifica di ottemperanza, land contracts signature, etc.).
* Lead the origination of new business opportunities locally to add new projects to the company portfolio.
* Manage locally co-development contracts and relationships with external developers or external engineering companies to ensure timely and budget-friendly deliveries, while adhering to company guidelines and policies.
* Manage relationships with stakeholders: Public Authorities, Landowners, Grid operators, etc.
* Discussion and agreement of technical and commercial specifics internally.
* Monitor project delivery times and implement best practices.
* Create and maintain project reporting.
* Ensure a structured documentation archive.
* Collaborate with internal functions (Legal, Controlling, Engineering, Interconnection, Construction etc.) in order to successfully develop the assigned projects and in accordance with group procedures and guidelines.
* Follow the authorization procedure of the projects, relating constructively with the Authorities and the territory.
* Support the internal functions for the drafting of EPC and O&M contracts for the construction and maintenance of the plant.
* Support the investment and M&A team on specific aspects of due diligence and acquisition documentation.
* Ensure constant updating about regulatory and authorization frameworks at regional and national level.
Key Skills & Experience
* Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Environmental, etc.) or Architecture.
* Previous experience in Italian renewable energy sector, minimum 4 years leading project developments and originating new greenfield opportunities.
* Experience in the evaluation of territorial planning tools (regional and national) and authorization legislation in the field of renewable energy.
* Knowledge of the legislation concerning connections to the national electricity grid and of the procedural aspects of connection process management (TICA, STMG, STMD, Sharing Agreements etc)
* Well-developed intercultural and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently with some support from the head office located in Spain
* Proactive person, ability to identify new business opportunities.
* Good professional contacts.
* User of Microsoft Office, Google Earth, basic knowledge of PVsyst and AutoCAD.
* Italian native speaker.
* To have a working proficiency in either English or Spanish