Reporting to the Managing Director Italy (CEO), the COO Italy supervises the development of the company’s activities across commercial, development and construction phases. He/She plays a key role in structuring and accelerating growth in the Italian market, acting as a true right hand to the Managing Director. With strong market expertise, the Operation Manager interacts with strategic stakeholders such as local authorities, partners, and key clients.
MAIN TASKS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Commercial & Business Development
Support the Managing Director in defining and executing the commercial strategy for the Italian market
Identify, evaluate and secure new business opportunities, including partnerships, project acquisitions and market expansion initiatives
Lead or contribute to negotiations with clients, partners, landowners and investors
Participate in the structuring of competitive offers, tenders and PPA negotiations
Monitor market trends, regulatory evolution and competitor activity to proactively adapt the company’s positioning
Project support
Oversee the full lifecycle of solar PV projects in Italy, from early-stage development to commissioning
Ensure effective coordination between development, engineering and construction teams to guarantee project consistency and performance
Monitor project planning, budgets and risk management, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and cost constraints
Implement performance tracking tools to ensure operational excellence across all projects
Anticipate and resolve operational bottlenecks, ensuring smooth execution across multiple concurrent projects
Stakeholder Management & Representation
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, permitting bodies, regulators and strategic partners
Represent the company in high-level meetings, public consultations and negotiations
Ensure all projects comply with local regulations, permitting requirements and administrative procedures
Facilitate smooth communication between headquarters and local stakeholders to align strategic and operational objectives
Manage sensitive or complex stakeholder situations, ensuring positive outcomes for the company
Leadership & internal coordination
Act as a key relay and right hand to the Managing Director, contributing to strategic decision-making and operational steering
Coordinate cross-functional teams in Italy, fostering collaboration, efficiency and alignment with group objectives
Provide guidance, mentorship and operational support to team members to strengthen capabilities and performance
Contribute to the structuring and scaling of the Italian organization in a high-growth environment
Promote a culture of accountability, performance and continuous improvement
