Head of Project Development (f/m/d)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Milan/Rome (frequent travel across Italy)
Starting Date: ASAP
Driving Licence: Required
Position Overview
The Head of Project Development Italy is responsible for leading all photovoltaic (PV) project development activities across Italy. This senior role involves managing a national team of project managers, contributing to the company’s development strategy, and representing the organization with key external stakeholders and authorities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop a team of project managers across Italy
Oversee the PV project pipeline and optimize resource allocation
Define and implement the PV development strategy in coordination with senior management and origination teams
Supervise end-to-end project development, including site assessment, permitting, grid connection, and financial evaluation
Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and internal requirements
Monitor project timelines and budgets, proactively managing risks and bottlenecks
Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, legal, finance)
Represent the company before public authorities and key stakeholders (Regions, GSE, DSO/TSO)
Provide regular reporting to top management
Candidate Profile
University degree in engineering, renewable energy, environmental sciences, business, or related fields
8–10 years of experience in renewable energy, including leadership roles in project development
Strong knowledge of the Italian PV market, regulatory framework, and permitting processes
Proven leadership, strategic, and organizational skills
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Fluency in Italian and English
Willingness to travel frequently within Italy
At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.
- Department
- Strategy / Business Development
- Role
- Permanent position
- Locations
- Milano
- Remote status
- Hybrid
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About Axpo Group
Axpo's ambition is to provide society with a sustainable future through innovative energy solutions. Axpo is the largest Swiss producer of renewable energy and an international pioneer in energy trading and the marketing of solar and wind power. More than 7,000 employees combine experience and know-how with a passion for innovation and the joint search for ever better solutions. Axpo relies on innovative technologies to meet the ever-changing needs of its customers in over 30 countries in Europe, North America and Asia.