Director Of Operations - High-Voltage (Hv) Transmission Line

Director Of Operations - High-Voltage (Hv) Transmission Line • Bolzano, IT

Role Mission

Lead the entry, establishment, and growth of the group in the Italian electrical transmission market, building the organization from scratch and adapting to local market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Strategic and Commercial Development
  • Lead the design and execution of the market entry strategy (through tenders, local partnerships, or acquisition of small companies) and define a medium‑to‑long‑term strategy with realistic growth objectives.
  • Develop a deep understanding of the Italian market, especially the Italian TSO Terna S.P.A.: estimating market volume, identifying the project pipeline, and analyzing competitors and key public and private clients.
  • Establish key relationships with Terna, potential clients, strategic stakeholders, and local authorities.
  • Identify subcontractors by region and activity, as well as reliable local suppliers (labor, materials, tools, assembly, civil works).
  • Drive corporate synergies and international expansion: enable the Italian base to execute work in Central Europe, collaborate with the group’s German division, and proactively secure independent projects in Germany and other strategic Central European markets.
• Operational and Financial Management
  • Prepare and adapt commercial bids for the Italian market, lead negotiations, and coordinate closely with headquarters.
  • Control production, costs, margins, invoicing, cash flow, and annual budgeting.
  • Oversee the feasibility of high‑voltage projects and manage contractual administration.
• Team Leadership and Organization
  • Define the future organizational structure, required human and material resources, and recruit the core team in Italy for progressive deployment.
  • Actively participate in the selection and training of the local team to ensure alignment with the objectives of the parent company.
  • Integrate into and leverage the existing structure in Italy (Electrical Distribution and Telecommunications), identifying synergies and joint business opportunities.
• Regulatory and Legal Compliance
  • Ensure the legal incorporation of the entity and obtain all permits and certifications required under Italian law in the EHV sector.
  • Guarantee strict compliance with occupational safety regulations, technical standards, environmental requirements, and HR obligations (training and permits for workers) in Italy.

Qualifications

• Technical Experience : Solid and proven experience in overhead Very High Voltage (EHV) transmission lines (150 kV–380 kV), with strong familiarity with Italian energy sector regulations and procedures. Experience with Terna S.P.A. projects is highly valued.
• Languages : Native or bilingual Italian is mandatory due to daily interaction with public bodies and stakeholders.
• Commercial Skills : Proven ability to identify business opportunities, negotiate, and close deals locally.
• Attitude : Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the resilience required to build a business from scratch in a highly demanding environment.

What is Offered

Lead a strategic international expansion project with the organizational and financial backing of the group, in close coordination with headquarters in Spain. A real opportunity to build a business from the ground up.

International exposure with potential expansion into Central Europe, collaborating from day one with the group’s German division and driving independent international business development.