Senior Project Developer

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That is what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution - we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

Statkraft in Italy is present since 2020 with almost 100 colleagues in our offices in Milan, Genoa, Rome, Bari or working remotely in other locations across the Country, contributing to the energy transition and transforming the world is powered.

There is more work to be done - that is why we need you to join!

We are pleased to announce that we are now looking for experienced and enthusiastic Senior Project Developers to join our Development team in Statkraft Italy.

As a Senior Project Developer , you will proactively develop Statkraft's business in Italy in line with the company targets and be directly responsible for making a direct impact in the company's commercial growth, profitability and strategic direction. This position requires regular travel within Italy.

Your role:
Support for scouting and originating new projects, looking after both site and project technical due diligence as well as all land and legal related activities to finalise and execute land agreements according to SK standards and your line manager supervision.

Be in charge of managing the development process for secured projects throughout the whole development process main phases such as:
origination, land agreements, project design, permit application, post authorisation up to Ready to Build (RtB).

Manage all the necessary activities from Irrevocable Permit to bring the project to the shovel-ready status collecting all the secondary permits and managing the planning discharges working closely and in collaboration with the project delivery team.

Monitor and coordinate the development of the Statkraft project portfolio, also by constantly interacting with all supporting departments, for wind, solar and storage Organic, Co-Developed and M&A projects up to RtB status as well as support the internal construction team up to COD.

Be proactive and effectively and professionally manage relationships with external stakeholders, including development partners, public authorities (state, regional and local), landowners, as well as external advisors.

Drive progress on the projects by coordinating different work-streams with other internal departments and support functions (e.g. Commercial, Engineering, Legal, Procurement, etc.).

Work to ensure economic viability of projects/pipeline opportunities (taking ownership on assumptions used for a technical and financial assessment and managing internally the respective approval processes).

Define and monitor development budget and manage costs and project economics as well as manage and control internal pipeline reporting.

Provide strong understanding and further develop an in-depth knowledge of local market legislation, regulations, support schemes etc.

Qualifications Your profile:

Development:
Possess a deep understanding of the Italian development process ideally across different renewable energy technologies, solar PV and wind, (including site related activities, interconnection process, permitting process, and so forth. Demonstrate good knowledge of associated business development costs (Devex, Capex, Opex).

Management:
Solid Project Management skills and experience.

Energy Markets:
Knowledge of the electricity market in Italy, i.e. merchant, PPA and so forth.

Grid Connection:
Solid understanding of the grid connection process, including but not limited to interaction with grid operators (TERNA and E-distribuzione), knowledge of the Italian regulation and development roadmaps.

PV/WIND/Storage Technology:
Demonstrated deep knowledge of solar/wind/storage technology and main equipment costs (e.g. panels, WTGs BOS, EPC, O&M). Basic knowledge of ancillary technologies (e.g. batteries, T&D networks, etc.).

Corporate Environment:
Fully accustomed to work within an international corporate environment with very good interpersonal and communication skills, following internal processes, respecting compliance policies, etc.

Fluent in both Italian and English.

Additional Information What we offer:

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose - meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. From hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. With us, you'll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth.

A positive working environment characterized by expertise, responsibility, and innovation.

A diverse workplace with regard to gender, age and cultural background.

Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.
This job ad is addressed to all genders, pursuant to Italian laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and nationalities, pursuant to legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03. Candidates belonging to Protected Categories, pursuant to law 68/99, will also be positively evaluated.
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