Job description
We are looking for a highly motivated Project Manager to support the delivery of international renewable energy and infrastructure projects across multiple regions. This role will work closely with Investment Management, Construction & Procurement, technical advisors, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project execution across Solar PV, BESS, Wind, and related energy assets, while supporting technical due diligence, procurement, contracting, and stakeholder coordination activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Execution
- Support the end-to-end delivery of renewable energy projects from development through construction, commissioning, and handover.
- Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to achieve project milestones and delivery objectives.
- Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, schedule, cost, quality, procurement, risk, and communications.
- Track project progress, monitor construction activities, and ensure compliance with quality and performance standards.
- Maintain project controls including schedules, risk registers, action trackers, issue logs, and cost reports.
- Support commissioning readiness, handover activities, and close-out documentation.
- Prepare project reports and presentations for management, investors, and project stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement of project processes, tools, and templates.
Technical Due Diligence, Procurement & Contracting
- Support technical due diligence activities during project acquisitions, financing processes, and development milestones.
- Coordinate technical advisors, manage information requests, and track technical findings through to resolution.
- Support contractor and supplier procurement processes, including RFP/RFQ preparation, bid evaluation, and recommendation reports.
- Assist with the assessment of EPC, BOP, equipment supply, and O&M proposals.
- Coordinate technical, commercial, and contractual inputs during contract negotiations.
- Maintain negotiation trackers, action logs, and comment resolution matrices.
- Support preparation of contract documentation, governance submissions, and investment approval packages.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, and key project milestones.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Collaborate with Investment Management and Construction & Procurement teams to achieve project and portfolio objectives.
- Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors, suppliers, investors, and other key stakeholders.
- Facilitate project meetings, manage communications, and ensure alignment across international teams.
- Coordinate activities across multiple geographies, cultures, and time zones.
Risk, Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and delivery challenges.
- Support permitting, documentation management, and project governance requirements.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, contractual obligations, and industry best practices.
Skills & Competencies
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities.
- Leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and manage teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Advanced financial analysis, reporting, and problem-solving capability.
- Strong understanding of risk management, governance, and compliance frameworks.
- Ability to build trusted relationships with investors, advisors, service providers, and internal stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Change management and process improvement experience.
- High levels of accountability, ownership, and commercial awareness.
- Passion for our mission to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy.
- Our values: Be a Leader, Build Trust, Be Responsible, Be Innovative and Bring Your Alpha.
Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Business, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in Project Management, Renewable Energy, Infrastructure, EPC, IPP, or related sectors.
- Exposure to utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, Wind, or infrastructure projects.
- Experience coordinating international or multi-stakeholder projects.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing schedules, budgets, risks, and project controls.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, Jira, or similar software.
- Fluent English communication skills.
What We Offer
- A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn
- International scope - we operate in over 8 countries
- Hybrid working - we will need you in the central Milan office at least three times a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week
- €10 meal vouchers (Ticket Restaurant)
- Transport discounts
- CCNL - Contratto Collettivo Nazionale per i dipendenti da aziende del terziario della distribuzione e dei servizi
Diversity and Inclusion
Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be.
We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.
Pay & benefits
About this role
About NextEnergy Capital
Company Overview
NextEnergy Capital
HeadquartersLondon, W1K, United Kingdom
Founded2007
SizeApproximately 300 employees (source: linkedin.com).
What They Do
NextEnergy Capital specializes in solar energy infrastructure and complementary technologies, collectively referred to as "Solar+". This includes utility-scale solar photovoltaic projects and energy storage solutions, focusing exclusively on solar energy while planning future expansions into wind and green hydrogen projects through its development arm, Starlight (source: nextenergycapital.com). The company operates through three primary functions: project development via Starlight, investment management through NextEnergy Capital, and operational asset management via WiseEnergy. This diversified service model allows the company to optimize asset performance and capture value across the entire project lifecycle.
Projects & Track Record
NextEnergy Capital has developed an extensive portfolio of solar projects, including the UK's largest operating solar PV plant, Llanwern, with a capacity of 75MWp. The company’s flagship investment vehicle, NextEnergy Solar Fund (NESF), operates 100 solar plants with a total installed capacity of approximately 939MW as of September 2025, showcasing significant growth since its IPO in April 2014 when it raised £86 million (source: nextenergycapital.com). The company has also undertaken substantial acquisitions through its NextPower V ESG fund, including a 248MW solar portfolio in Spain and a 50MW portfolio in Poland, demonstrating active deployment and expansion into international markets.
Recent Developments
In 2024, NextPower V ESG executed multiple significant acquisitions, including a 248MW solar portfolio in Spain and a 50MW portfolio in Poland, marking rapid market execution. The fund achieved a first close at $480 million just six months after its launch in July 2023, reflecting strong investor demand (source: nextenergycapital.com). Additionally, NextEnergy Capital's asset under management reached $4 billion, indicating robust growth and deployment velocity, with NextPower V ESG adding over 360MW of capacity in a 12-week period during 2024.
Working There
NextEnergy Capital employs professionals across various functions, including investment analysis, asset management, project development, finance, and legal compliance. The company has a structured management team, with key leadership roles filled by experienced professionals, indicating a strong organizational framework (source: linkedin.com). The company culture emphasizes a disciplined, evidence-based investment approach, focusing on long-term value creation and partnerships with credit-worthy counterparties. While specific employee benefits are not detailed, the company's prestigious London location and substantial funding suggest competitive compensation packages.
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