Senior Development Project Manager
Pubblicato il 04-10-2026 - SSE in Roma
Base Location: Flexible Italy
Salary: €60,240 - €90,360 depending on experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Tempo pieno | Flexible First options available
The role
As Senior Development Project Manager, you'll play a critical role in growing SSE Renewables' onshore portfolio in Italy. We're looking for an experienced renewable energy development leader who has successfully taken utility-scale wind projects through the full development lifecycle, from site identification and land acquisition through permitting, investment approval and delivery readiness.
Leading a portfolio of onshore wind developments, you'll be responsible for progressing projects through key development milestones while leading and developing a high-performing team. You'll work closely with internal specialists, external partners, local stakeholders and regulatory authorities to unlock opportunities, overcome challenges and deliver projects that support Italy's energy transition.
You Will
- Lead the development of multiple utility-scale onshore wind projects across Italy, taking projects from early-stage development through permitting, Ready-to-Build and Final Investment Decision while providing senior leadership across the wider project portfolio.
- Build, lead and develop a high-performing team of project developers, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Manage relationships with local authorities, landowners, communities, grid operators, environmental stakeholders and development partners to secure approvals, maintain momentum and successfully navigate complex development challenges.
- Oversee technical, environmental, commercial and financial workstreams, identifying risks early, removing barriers and driving solutions that improve project outcomes, delivery certainty and overall portfolio performance.
- Support the continued growth o