Project Development Manager
Pubblicato il 15-09-2026 - Ilos in Italia
Talent Acquisition Manager I Recruitment & Team building
Project Development Manager - Italy
Rome
Full-time/hybrid – 3 days in office per week
WHO ARE ILOS?
ILOS is a fast-growing renewable energy company with a strong presence across Europe, backed by AXA IM Alts and committed to accelerating the energy transition. Since 2018, we have developed, built, and operated large-scale solar PV projects across seven core markets.
In Italy, we already manage more than 1 GW of solar capacity across 30 projects, with multiple construction phases starting in 2026. This is an exciting moment to join a company that is scaling quickly and shaping the future of clean energy.
The Role Overview
This role is ideal for someone who combines technical expertise with strong stakeholder management skills. You will take ownership of projects from site evaluation through to construction, working closely with landowners, local developers, authorities, and regulators to move projects forward.
Based in Rome 3 days a week (subject to travel responsibilities),
you will play a key part in growing our Italian portfolio and ensuring successful delivery. If you are proactive, detail‑oriented, and motivated by driving the energy transition, you will thrive at ILOS.
Tasks
- Evaluate solar project opportunities and support site selection, land acquisition, and permitting.
- Manage feasibility studies, environmental assessments, and grid connection evaluations.
- Manage relationships with landowners, local authorities, utilities, and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee the preparation of planning applications and ensure compliance with local and national regulations.
- Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, finance, and legal) to secure project approvals and funding.
- Manage with external teams (local developers, engineering firms, legal firms) to produce all the studies and documentation package for the authorization of the projects.
- Lead the transition of projects from development to construction, e