Vice President of Project Execution – Biogas | Milan, ItalyAbout the RoleWe’re representing a global biogas development and technology provider headquartered in Milan, Italy, in their search for a proven engineering and project execution leader to oversee large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects across Europe.Reporting directly to the Regional Managing Director, this is a strategic and hands-on leadership position responsible for managing the full lifecycle of $100M+ biogas and RNG projects — from design and development through construction, commissioning, and operations.You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, project managers, and site execution professionals to deliver world-class biogas assets safely, efficiently, and on schedule.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership for all Projects & Engineering activities across multiple European sites.Define and execute project delivery strategy, ensuring alignment with company goals, budgets, and timelines.Oversee EPC and technology integration for anaerobic digestion, gas upgrading, and related energy recovery systems.Manage a portfolio exceeding $100M in active projects, ensuring consistency in execution quality, safety, and performance.Lead, mentor, and develop project managers, discipline engineers, and field execution teams.Establish and maintain best practices in project controls, risk management, and stakeholder communication.Interface with clients, regulatory bodies, and internal leadership to ensure successful project outcomes.Support business growth through technical input during early-stage project development and investment evaluation.Drive innovation in design standardization, modular construction, and operational optimization.Qualifications & ExperienceDegree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).15+ years’ experience delivering large-scale energy, industrial, or infrastructure projects — ideally within biogas, waste-to-energy, or oil & gas sectors.Proven track record in project execution leadership.Strong technical understanding of anaerobic digestion, gas upgrading, and renewable gas systems.Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, schedule, and quality objectives.Experience leading cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, and construction disciplines.Fluent in English; Italian proficiency is highly desirable.Why JoinOpportunity to lead a pivotal function within a rapidly growing global biogas developer.Influence strategic direction and execution of major renewable energy projects across Europe.Join a mission-driven organization advancing the future of clean energy and circular economy solutions.Competitive executive-level compensation and benefits package.
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