This is a great opportunity for a Project Manager with Development and EPC experience to join a leading global EPC and manage the growth of their Italian utility-scale PV portfolio.

The Role:

• Managing a project from inception to completion, ensuring that it is delivered ontime, within scope and within budget; 
• Undertake site surveys to establish local conditions which impact solar plant design, as well as researching local supply costs for inclusion in the project budget; 
• Work with the Design & Engineering Team to review all project documents and information provided by a Client/developer, and throughout the design process; 
• Work with the Project Director to prepare a detailed project budget, which needs to be closely monitored throughout the life of the project; 
• Develop a detailed programme of works (PoW) to track progress; 
• Preparation of Client, supplier and subcontractor contracts; 
• Manage and supervise Site Engineers and Subcontractors PoW and scope; 
• Ensure appropriate availability and allocation of resources; 
• Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly progress reports both internally and for our Clients; 
• Manage project implementation activities, ensuring QHS&E standards are met; 
• Perform risk assessments on the project and proactively solve any matters encountered on site in conjunction with the Site Engineer (escalating to the Project Director if required); 
• Report to the Project Director any deviations from the PoW, budget or scope; 
• Manage the relationship with the Client, Suppliers and Subcontractors, as well as internal teams; 
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation; 
• Handover of the project to the internal O&M team. 

The Individual:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related Engineering fields; 
• Certification in Project Management e.g. PMP / PRINCE II is considered an advantage; 
• Proven track record in the construction of solar parks, with a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in large scale solar plants (min. 15MW); 
• Italian national or bilingual proficiency level of Italian language, both spoken and written; 
• Proficient level in English, both spoken and written; 
• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills; 
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office.