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I’m Vittorio Pettonati, a Senior Technical Project Manager with 20+ years of experience spanning ICT, public administration, and the energy sector. I combine strategic vision with hands-on delivery to lead complex digital transformations, from cloud-native platform engineering to AI-enabled delivery pipelines.
I focus on energy-aware architectures, sustainable IT design, and strong governance, coordinating cross-functional teams and partners while mentoring talent and translating technology into measurable business value.
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Work Experience
Senior Technical Project Manager at Kiratech
November 1, 2024 - PresentLead the delivery of complex digital transformation initiatives in platform engineering, FinOps, AI integration, and cloud-native architecture. Responsible for end-to-end project lifecycles—from pre-sales to execution—covering technical governance, agile delivery, and stakeholder alignment. Oversight includes architectural governance, team orchestration (onshore/offshore), and continuous optimization of delivery processes. Contributes to defining scalable, open-source-based platforms with focus on cloud sustainability, energy-aware IT design, and platform security. Mentors delivery teams and aligns project execution with business value and technology evolution.
Senior IT Technical Project Manager at MUNICIPIA S.p.A.
July 1, 2021 - October 1, 2024Covered technical project management and strategy support across smart city and public sector digital initiatives. Led ICT projects in smart mobility, smart lighting, energy efficiency, water management, and public asset digitalization. Managed full lifecycle from stakeholder engagement to planning, execution, and delivery. Supported pre-sales design for energy, mobility, and water domains; contributed to IoT-enabled architectures and interoperability across urban systems; aligned solutions with national digital public administration programs and funding requirements. Led contractual start-up, tech partnerships, and alliance building, bridging strategy with execution.
Senior IT Technical Project Manager & IT Technical Manager at Eng Group
July 1, 2001 - July 1, 2021Led multi-disciplinary IT programs across public sector, utilities, energy, and enterprise domains. Focused on solution architecture for data platforms, data warehouses and BI, full SDLC delivery, and performance optimization. Supervised onshore/offshore teams, drove Agile/Lean delivery practices, and managed financials, contracts, and portfolio growth. Participated in national/EU R&D initiatives related to smart mobility, digital risk, big data for energy, and cybersecurity, while mentoring junior engineers and standardizing delivery methodologies.
IT Technical Project Manager at Sicilia e-Servizi
January 1, 2010 - December 1, 2013Directed digital transformation programs for regional public services in energy and environment sectors. Oversaw end-to-end ICT projects for energy monitoring, environmental reporting, and regulatory compliance. Coordinated internal teams and external vendors, ensuring adherence to contracts, SLAs, and financial constraints. Supported service delivery governance, tender preparation, and the integration of ICT components within regional policy frameworks for energy efficiency, environmental compliance, and sustainable infrastructure.
Independent IT Consultant at Self Employed
October 1, 2010 - PresentIndependent consultant supporting energy and environmental sectors in policy alignment, regulatory compliance, and sustainable strategy design. Provided services on renewable energy, energy saving, efficiency optimization, environmental planning, ESG compliance, health & safety management systems, and grant/funding support. Worked with regional agencies, research institutions, and engineering firms on strategic assessments, operational implementations, and energy governance.
Project Manager / Team Leader / Solution Architect at Engineering Group
July 1, 2001 - June 30, 2021Managed large ICT programs across public sector, utilities, energy, and enterprise domains. Led solution architecture for data platforms and BI, steered full SDLC, and drove performance, scalability, and maintainability. Built onshore/offshore delivery capabilities and contributed to capability development and governance.
Independent Consultant / Self Employed at Self Employed
October 1, 2010 - PresentAdvised public and private sector clients on policy alignment, regulatory compliance, and sustainable strategies in energy and environment. Executed energy policy analysis, renewable energy feasibility studies, energy audits, ESG alignment, and procurement support for funding applications.
Education
Energy Manager at University of Palermo, Italy
November 1, 2012 - February 14, 2026Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy track at University of Palermo, Italy
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Energy Manager at University of Palermo
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2012Electrical Engineering, Energy track at University of Palermo
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2000Qualifications
PMI – PMP Project Management Professional
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2026IBM Cybersecurity Specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure 6
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Google – Project Management
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Google – Agile Project Management
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026IBM – DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations Specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026IBM – Data Science Professional
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026AWS – DevOps on AWS Specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Axelos – ITIL Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026EPFL – Smart Cities: Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026POLIMI Graduate School of Management – Business Change Management
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Talend – Data Architect
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026PMI – PMP Project Management Professional
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026IBM Cybersecurity Specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure 6
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Google – Project Management
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Google – Agile Project Management
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026IBM – DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations Specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026IBM – Data Science Professional
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026AWS – DevOps on AWS Specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Axelos – ITIL Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026EPFL – Smart Cities: Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026POLIMI Graduate School of Management – Business Change Management
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Talend – Data Architect
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026Industry Experience
Government, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Transportation & Logistics
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