Junior Project Development Controller

Project Development Controller – Metlen Energy & Metals

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At METLEN Energy & Metals , we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals . With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting‑edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state‑of‑the‑art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change , empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently looking for a Project Development Controller to join our M Renewables team in Italy in our Milan offices.

Role Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly cash flow reports to ensure liquidity availability within the holding companies and group entities.
• Development of expense and development cost reporting based on defined cost allocation, through direct interface with Business Units and Finance, ensuring alignment and understanding of critical issues and managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Preparation of budgets, monthly forecasts, and annual target planning for the division.
• Preparation of the annual development cash flow forecast for the division.
• Support in management reporting to provide accurate and timely information for decision‑making.
• Creation and maintenance of property reporting tools for common interface with development Business Units, including contract monitoring and implementation of efficient controls.
• Understanding and knowledge (optional) of corporate ERP systems (SAP or others) and support for potential implementation of systems aimed at improving operational workload efficiency.

Core Responsibilities within MRES EE Development Unit

• Supports the entire MRES EE Development structure in all phases of planning, monitoring, and control of the project portfolio.
• Verifies and guarantees the economic, physical, and temporal alignment of the portfolio.
• Supervises and ensures consistency between project development, management, and alignment of control systems.
• Oversees the definition and creation of RSD budgets and capitalizations.
• Prepares and guarantees the consistency of powers of attorney necessary for carrying out structural activities.
• Supervises and is responsible for the risk management process of the portfolio, defining KPIs and performance metrics for the Development BU.
• Monitors program progress and coordinates with the construction program, providing assistance to/from engineering/EPC staff.

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Engineering, Business Administration and/or related fields.
• 1-2 years experience in similar roles.
• Professional knowledge of renewable energy and utility market is a plus.
• Analytical skills to collect and generate reports for top management.
• Fluency in English and Italian.
• Knowledge of Office 365 and reporting suites.
• Knowledge of ERP (SAP, other) is a plus.
• Attractive remuneration package.
• Friendly and professional working environment.
• Cooperation, creativity and innovation: we adopt a flexible cooperation model to achieve fast results and increase productivity.

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At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

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