Civil Engineer, Pre-Construction & Permitting - Madrid/Rome

Are you interested in joining a multinational company leader in the renewable energies sector?

Do you have contract management experience across multiple projects and are looking for an international role in Rome or Madrid? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This position may be based in either Rome or Madrid, and both locations are equally acceptable.

Digital Solutions & Development  > Vestas Development   >  Project Development Italy 

Vestas Development represents the newest business unit within Vestas Wind Systems, tasked with the identification and preparation of wind farm sites prior to construction. The Pre-Construction team is responsible for addressing every technical, logistical, and permitting requirement from the outset. Operating throughout the Mediterranean region, we support project feasibility by providing informed design input, comprehensive cost validation, and seamless coordination with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct both desktop assessments and site visits to evaluate access constraints, topography, and suitability of existing roads and slopes during origination and pre-feasibility phases
• Design preliminary internal roads, crane pads, and turbine platforms using tools such as Civil 3D, AutoTURN, and Sierra Roads (or similar), adapting to terrain and transport limitations
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, project managers and environmental specialists to evaluate project viability
• Interface with transport contractors to perform road surveys and logistics assessments from delivery points to wind farm sites
• Evaluate road adjustments, intervention works and constraints (bearing capacity, bridges, tunnels, regulations)
• Support estimation of required transport interventions and recommend optimal methodologies
• Review wind farm designs for compliance with standards for crane pads, access roads, foundations, crossings, earthworks and temporary works
• Verify adherence to local restrictions and technical specifications
• Verify bills of quantities and cost evaluations from subcontractors (excavation, transport, materials, site preparation, foundations)
• Ensure accurate cost data is included in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) packages
• Prepare technical and administrative documentation for permit applications
• Participate in public consultations as part of the permitting process
• Inspect and verify feasibility of sites, logistics areas, access roads, landfalls, storage yards and harbors for transport and assembly
• Follow up with contractors on technical documentation for Met Mast installation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• Willingness to travel 40–50% of the time to project sites across the Mediterranean region

Competencies

• Skilled written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to present technical information clearly
• Strategic problem-solving approach to address technical challenges in the pre-construction phase
• Thorough, detail-oriented and safety-focused mindset
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and implement effective action plans
• Software skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D (required); Experience with AutoTURN and Sierra Roads, or similar swept-path and route design tools (highly desirable); Familiarity with GIS tools (advantage)
• Good understanding of geotechnical basics and ability to interpret terrain and soil condition

What We Offer

We offer professional growth opportunities within an international leader in renewable energy, exposure to complex pre-construction projects across multiple countries, and the chance to shape the future of sustainable energy alongside industry experts.

Attractive salary + Vestas Bonus target 5%

Medical insuarance
Meal voucher
Hybrid work: 3 days at the office, 2 days at home
Opportunities to grow your professional career in an international environment
 

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.