Project & Program Manager

Terna, the Italian transmission system operator (TSO), is committed to the ecological transition process. We play a leading role in managing the electrical system and enable the energy transition, Terna is tasked with developing a network capable of managing an increasingly better integration of renewables and enabling the progressive decarbonization of the system, while ensuring the constant balance between energy produced and consumed.

Do you want to be at the heart of the energy transition and contribute to building the energy system of tomorrow?

As a Project & Program Manager , you will perform the following activities:

• Validating project alignment with technical standards and structural policies through the peer review process.
• Conducting feasibility analyses for projects.
• Supporting the progress of Strategic and Operational Plan.
• Assisting the teams responsible for individual projects within the Program throughout all phases—from planning to execution—via monitoring and control processes.
• Defining and monitoring requirements.
• Assessing potential risks and issues within the managed Programs, identifying interdependencies between projects, analyzing and evaluating priorities, and promptly implementing corrective and/or risk mitigation actions.
• Managing both internal and external stakeholders, facilitating collaboration among all involved units and/or external counterparts.
• Periodically developing project progress reports.

Requirements:

• Degree in STEM disciplines or Economics.
• Excellent skills in analyzing and modeling quantitative data.
• Good knowledge of planning and control processes.
• Good knowledge of English language.
• Strong synthesis and problem-solving abilities.
• Communication and interpersonal skills, proactivity, teamwork and goal-oriented mindset, precision, and confidentiality.

The recruitment process will be extended to Rome.

Compensation Information

In accordance with Article 5, paragraph 1, of Legislative Decree 96/2026, the Company discloses the information relating to the initial compensation foreseen for the position.

The initial gross annual salary, not lower than € 43.804,07, is determined based on the level of responsibility and the competencies required, according to objective, verifiable, and gender-neutral criteria, and in line with the applicable National Collective Agreement (CCNL).

Any remuneration above the indicated minimum threshold shall be granted exclusively on the basis of additional, objectively verifiable elements, such as, by way of example:

• relevant and qualified professional experience;
• specific technical or managerial competencies;
• level of autonomy and responsibility effectively required by the role.

These elements are applied according to transparent and non-discriminatory criteria, in compliance with the principle of equal pay for equal work or work of equal value.

For those who work with us:

• Health and future – Health insurance and supplementary pension plan, to take care of our people and their families over time.
• Training and development – Structured training programs and professional growth paths, to enhance skills, potential, and career ambitions.
• Internal Mobility – Development opportunities and internal mobility to support professional growth within the Group.
• Well-being and flexibility – Corporate welfare initiatives supporting work-life balance, within a structured smart working model.
• Exclusive benefits – A system of dedicated partnerships and benefits, designed to meet the everyday needs of our people.
• “Destinazione Terna” Onboarding – An engaging onboarding journey combining training, networking, and understanding of the company context.

The closing date for applications is 9 October 2026.