Project Development Director

Project Development Director - Fully Remote, Italy

From Taylor Hopkinson, we´re hiring for a fastly growing global IPP. The company develops, finances, builds and operates renewable energy projects across a diverse portfolio, including solar, wind and energy storage solutions, with a strong track record and a growing presence across Europe. In Italy, the company currently manages a portfolio of 20 projects, with ~1.3 GW of interconnection capacity and more than 3.6 GWh of energy storage capacity, spanning solar PV, wind, and battery storage technologies.

We are seeking an experienced, strategic and results-oriented Project Development Director to lead and manage the execution of our growing project pipeline in Italy.

This senior role will be responsible for all aspects of project development in Italy starting upon company´s investment decision and until the projects reach the ready-to build (RTB) status, including : permitting, interconnection, land, off-take.

The Project Development Director will manage a team of four project managers, oversee collaboration with local development partners and consultants, and serve as the primary interface with authorities, key stakeholders, and the company headquarters.

Role’s Responsibilites

• Lead the execution of its utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar PV, wind, storage) pipeline across Italy from post-origination to ready-to-build.
• Manage the Italian Project Development team, including task allocation, performance oversight and professional development. Monitor the team’s execution against goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop and implement annual and long-term development work plans for Italy, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Manage and enhance relationships with key national and regional stakeholders, including ministries, TERNA, Regions and permitting authorities.
• Direct and maintain the interfaces with key external partners and consultants, including co-developers, legal advisors and engineering firms to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee and track project budgets, schedules, and milestones, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Provide regular status reports and strategic updates to senior management, including project progress, financial forecasts, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate closely with company headquarters in Israel, working with engineering, procurement, construction, and finance departments to align project execution and planning.

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