Senior BESS Project Development Manager
Descrizione dell'offerta
Senior BESS Project Development Manager – Milan, Italy
Location: Milan (Hybrid) | Sector: Renewable Energy – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Posted by: Viridis Talent, on behalf of a leading European IPP
Viridis Talent is proud to be partnering with one of Europe’s most established Independent Power Producers (IPPs), supporting their expansion into the energy storage market across Italy. We’re currently looking for an experienced Senior BESS Project Development Manager to lead the development of battery energy storage projects throughout Italy, based from their Milan office.
The Opportunity
As a Senior BESS Project Development Manager , you’ll take ownership of utility-scale BESS projects from greenfield through to ready-to-build. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, strategic influence, and the backing of an experienced European renewable energy platform with a growing BESS pipeline.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Identifying and developing new BESS opportunities across Italy
- Managing all aspects of the development process: permitting, grid connection, land acquisition, environmental assessments, and stakeholder engagement
- Navigating Italian regulatory frameworks and securing required authorisations
- Leading internal and external teams through key project milestones
- Supporting co-development partnerships, M&A activities, and strategic project evaluations
✅ What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years’ experience in renewable energy project development, with at least 2 years in BESS or related grid-scale technologies
- Track record of taking BESS or hybrid projects from origination to RTB
- Strong understanding of the Italian permitting and grid connection landscape
- Fluent in Italian and English
- Based in or open to relocating to Milan
What’s on Offer
- Competitive compensation package + bonus
- Flexible hybrid working
- Excellent career development within a leading European IPP
- A chance to shape Italy’s energy storage future and contribute to the clean energy transition
Apply via Viridis Talent
If you're ready to accelerate the growth of energy storage in Italy and want to be part of a forward-thinking IPP, we’d love to hear from you.