Posting Date: 2 Oct 2024City: RozzanoLocation: Rozzano, IT, 20089, Genova, IT, 16129Contract Type: PermanentDivision: Green Energy SolutionsLevel of experience: IntermediateRINA is currently recruiting for a Energy Research & Innovation Project Manager to join its office in Milan or Genoa, Italy within the Green Energy Solutions Division.MissionThis role drives the management of international R&D projects and proposals, targeting the future of sustainable, decarbonized built environments, smart energy solutions, and climate adaptation across urban and rural landscapes.Key AccountabilitiesThe new resource will join the Energy Innovation Strategic Centre team, with a primary focus on R&D projects and innovation activities.
Their responsibilities will include:Managing EU R&D projects in sustainability, decarbonization, and climate adaptation for both urban and rural environments.
This includes the implementation of building energy efficiency measures, smart energy management systems, positive energy districts, and initiatives under the New European Bauhaus framework.Developing and managing EU R&D proposals related to the aforementioned areas.Building and managing a network of international partners for EU projects.Identifying and pursuing funding and tender opportunities in the field of energy efficiency.Contributing to RINA's technical development activities within EU-funded projects while engaging with international partners.Preparing and delivering reports and results for European research and innovation projects focused on energy efficiency, decarbonization, and climate mitigation/adaptation.Supporting the creation of new opportunities and proposals in European and international R&D programs.Strengthening RINA's network of R&D partners in energy transition, climate mitigation, and adaptation.EducationMaster's DegreeDoctorate/PHD in Civil Engineering or ArchitectureQualificationsDegree in Energy or Building Engineering, or Architecture, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency in buildings, or climate mitigation/adaptation strategies for the built environment.A PhD in a relevant field is highly desirable.Minimum of 3 years' experience in a related field (including time spent on a PhD).Fluency in both English and Italian.Strong reporting skills, with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.Proven ability to conduct research, organize tasks, and deliver results.Team player with a collaborative mindset.Open to innovation and creativity, with strong networking skills.CompetenciesPROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role ModelMANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactionsPIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstancesBUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organizationMAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraintADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective wayTHINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the futureCLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfactionEARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversityWith over 5,600 employees and 200 offices in 70 countries worldwide, RINA is a multinational player which provides certification, marine classification, product testing, site supervision and vendor inspection, training and engineering consultancy services across a wide range of sectors.
Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.
The aim is to guarantee a project's technical, environmental and safety - and sometimes also economic and financial - sustainability.At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas.
We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.
We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.#J-18808-Ljbffr