Location: Italy (remote / hybrid to an Italian office)

The Opportunity

Our client is an international renewable energy business with a growing portfolio of utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects across Italy. They are looking for an experienced Grid Connection Manager to lead all grid-related activities across the project lifecycle, acting as the key interface between developers, EPC contractors and Italian network operators. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-funded business delivering large‑scale renewable energy projects in one of Europe’s fastest‑growing markets.

Responsibilities

- Manage grid connection activities for utility‑scale Solar PV and BESS projects.
- Coordinate with Italian TSOs, DSOs and other key stakeholders.
- Lead grid‑related discussions throughout development, construction and commissioning.
- Review electrical designs and ensure compliance with grid requirements.




- Coordinate EPC contractors, Owners Engineers and network operators.
- Support technical due diligence on project acquisitions.
- Provide technical input during project development, permitting and construction.
- Monitor project progress and resolve grid‑related technical issues.

Requirements

- 5 years+ experience within renewable energy.
- Strong knowledge of the Italian grid connection process.
- Experience working with Italian network operators (TSOs/DSOs).
- Understanding of HV electrical infrastructure and grid connection assets.
- Experience across utility‑scale Solar PV and/or BESS projects.
- Fluent Italian and English.
- Electrical Engineering background is advantageous but not essential.

Please apply directly or send an email to

📌 Senior Grid Connection Manager (La Spezia)
🏢 Hunter Philips Executive Search
📍 La Spezia