Job Description

Project Manager – Data Center


Location: Milan or Rome, Italy

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead the development, construction, and commissioning of electrical and utilities infrastructure for a new data centre in Italy. This role will also support business development and strategic initiatives related to project development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead energy & utilities projects from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals.

  • Coordinate with engineers, contractors, stakeholders, and utility providers for HV/MV infrastructure.

  • Supervise the design and construction of substations and power lines, ensuring timely delivery within budget.

  • Manage resources, budgets, schedules, and quality control processes.

  • Track project progress, conduct regular meetings, and escalate issues as necessary.

  • Negotiate contracts and bids with contractors, developers, and consultants.

  • Support site due diligence activities and resolve factors impacting project handover.

  • Review deliverables, raise queries, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

  • Prepare progress reports to support decision-making and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

    • Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Industrial, Energy Engineering, or a related field.

  • Advanced knowledge of HV/MV electrical systems and Italian electricity regulations; experience in other European markets is a plus.

  • 3+ years’ experience working with DSOs, TSO, suppliers, or utilities.

  • Proven experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction of HV/MV substations and underground power lines.

  • Familiarity with power line concessions, interconnection agreements, and utility operating models in Italy.

  • Experience with data centre clients is an advantage.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills.

  • Proactive, autonomous, flexible, and commercially astute.

  • Fluent in Italian and English.


    • If you’re interested to lead complex, high-impact projects in Italy’s energy and data centre sector, contributing to the country’s infrastructure growth and innovation, apply today!

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