Permanent contract
Location: Milan
Starting date: Asap
Frequent travel / Driving Licence required
WHO WE ARE
Axpo Solar Italy is a leading force in the Italian photovoltaic sector, driving the transition to sustainable energy since its inception. As an integral part of the Axpo Group (a Swiss-based utility with a strong presence in energy markets across more than 30 countries in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa) we leverage international expertise and local know-how to deliver innovative solar solutions. Our solar division specializes in the development, investment, construction, and operation of photovoltaic plants, as well as the supply of green electricity and advanced energy services. We are committed to supporting people in Italy and across Europe (including Spain, Germany, and Poland) on their journey towards a cleaner, more efficient energy future.
MISSIONS
As the main responsible in Italy of the Construction Department, you will report directly to the Construction Director based in Spain.
The Construction Team Leader F/M/NB will be responsible of:
- Coordinate local construction teams and ensure compliance with procedures, objectives, and reporting requirements.
- Act as the main point of contact between construction, development, purchasing, financing, and management control departments.
- Oversee project implementation: schedules, budgets, quality, customer interface, and issue resolution.
- Lead sites Managers and train new team members for efficient onboarding.
- Source and evaluate subcontractors; lead RFQs and technical assessments.
- Manage construction projects from authorization to completion, ensuring deadlines, costs, and quality standards are met.
- Collaborate with the Design Office to address site and construction constraints.
- Monitor and report on budgets, progress, and risks; propose solutions for discrepancies.
- Organize and lead site meetings; ensure safety and quality standards are strictly enforced.
- Support operations and maintenance teams during the project warranty period.
PROFILE
- You have at least an engineering university degree (civil, industrial or electrical) to a master’s degree and have +10 years of experience in project management (mainly photovoltaic and wind).
- Good technical knowledge in photovoltaic, electricity and building.
- As the main responsible of the construction department in Italy, you have a good level of communication and transparency, you are organized, rigorous, autonomous and have a developed sense of responsibility.
- You need to have a good level of understanding of the local administration permits and procedures (Genio Civile, Regolamento nazionale delle Terre e rocce da scavo, Direttore dei Lavori...)
- You will be required to travel 25% of your time to travel where the projects are located, including internationally if needed.
- Being a native Italian speaker and fluent in English is mandatory.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Individual incentive, percentage of your based salary.
- Group discretionary bonus.
- Meal voucher.
- Fully paid death and medcial coverage.
Joining AXPO Solar is also…
Collaborate with the best experts: You will join Urbasolar’s teams with more than 500 passionate people, sharing values of team spirit, innovative and entrepreneurial mindset, experts in their field and willing to collaborate to reach our common goal: contributing to the development of solar energy.
The strength of an International Group: With the help of The AXPO group (6000 employees worldwide), international leader in energy trading and marketing of solar and wind energy. Axpo brings together the experience and expertise of more than 5,000 employees driven by a passion for innovation, collaboration, and change.
International mobility and career development: Support for your career development with a personalized training policy and opportunities for mobility within the AXPO Group
Do you want to contribute to a sustainable energy mix and see photovoltaic as a viable option to achieve net zero? Become part of the Axpo Solar Team, collaborate with various international divisions, and gain in-depth insights into the world of energy. Give your career a new boost!
Because diversity is a strength, Urbasolar is committed to inclusion and non-discrimination to guarantee equal opportunities. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.
