Construction Manager - Biomethane (f/m/d)
Axpo
Company Overview
Axpo Holding AG
HeadquartersBaden, Switzerland
Founded2001
SizeOver 6,000 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). Revenue figures not disclosed for 2023 or later.
What They Do
Axpo is the largest producer of hydropower in Switzerland and has evolved from a dominant hydropower company into a diversified provider of renewable energy. The company operates around 60 hydropower plants that generate over half of the country's renewable energy. Additionally, Axpo plans to build 4,200 photovoltaic projects by 2030 and operates approximately 600 wind turbines across 100 wind farms. The biomass sector includes Switzerland's largest CO2-neutral facility, while the company is also investing in the development of green hydrogen, as demonstrated by the 30 MW Valle Peligna project in Italy (source: axpo.com).
Projects & Track Record
Notable projects by Axpo include the Beznau hydropower plant, which has been in operation since 1908, and the Eglisau station on the Rhine, built in 1920. The 1,000 MW Limmern pumped storage power plant in the Glarus Alps has been operational since 2016. Ongoing projects include the 200 MWp Vilecha solar complex in Spain, which is expected to generate 377,000 MWh annually for 100,000 people by the first quarter of 2026. Other significant projects are the 24.8 MW Lålax wind farm in Finland and the AlpinSolar facility, which has been producing 3.3 million kWh annually since August 2022 (source: axpo.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Axpo has completed the 200 MWp Vilecha solar complex in Spain, announced on November 25, 2025. Additionally, the 24.8 MW Lålax wind farm in Finland was commissioned in August 2025. The company began construction of its 100th wind farm in Lower Saxony, Germany, in October 2025. Key contracts include two PPAs with Vleemo nv for over 900 GWh of wind energy, announced in October 2025 (source: axpo.com).
Working There
Axpo offers a variety of roles in energy production, trading and risk management, project development and engineering, as well as IT and digital solutions. The company employs over 6,000 people who drive innovations in renewable energy. The corporate culture emphasizes a passion for innovation and collaboration. Recruitment takes place both at the headquarters in Baden and at international locations, including the USA and Spain (source: axpo.com).
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Axpo Servizi Produzione Italia is looking for a Costruction Manager for projects in Italy. The Construction Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of biomethane plant construction projects within the Country. The role oversees simultaneous project execution, ensuring all plants are delivered on time, within budget, and to required technical, safety, and environmental standards. The position combines strategic oversight, portfolio management, and hands-on leadership of multiple project teams, including EPC contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multiple biomethane plants construction concurrently
- Manage EPC contractors and contracts
- Ensure projects meet budgets, timelines, and specs
- Oversee HSE compliance
- Coordinate stakeholders and regulators
- Lead construction teams and reporting
- Support commissioning and handover to operations
Requirements
- Engineering degree (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil or related)
- 10-15+ years in industrial construction
- strong biomethane/biogas or energy project background
- Multi-project leadership, EPC contract management, knowledge of biomethane processes, cost control and planning, stakeholder management
- Fluent in English and Italian
What we offer
CCNL: Aziende del Terziario, distribuzione e servizi (Aziende del commercio).
RAL compresa tra 50.000 euro e 65.000 euro - In base agli elementi curriculari che emergeranno durante la fase selettiva, sempre sulla base di criteri oggettivi e neutri rispetto al genere, verrà individuata la retribuzione specifica da offrire al candidato.
Le candidature non in linea con i criteri di ricerca non saranno prese in considerazione. Ai sensi della normativa vigente l'offerta di lavoro si intende estesa ad entrambi i sessi (D.Lgs. 198/2006 s.s.m.i).
At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.
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About the role
July 23, 2026
July 27, 2026
Full time
On-site
Company
EUR 50k–65k yearly
- Genoa, Italy
10-15+ years in industrial construction
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