Head of Subsea Tender & Acquisition

DEME Group

Netherlands

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

DEME Group in the Netherlands seeks a Tender Manager Subsea Cables to lead international tenders and develop high-quality proposals for complex subsea cable projects. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and shape execution strategy, schedules, and cost estimates to win contracts.

The role requires a degree in engineering or related field, 5+ years in offshore projects or complex tenders, and strong negotiation and leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in engineering, marine technology, construction, business or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in offshore projects, subsea cables or complex multidisciplinary tenders.
Experience with offshore cable installation, burial, protection, landfalls, interconnectors or offshore wind export cables is a strong asset.
Ability to work under pressure while keeping the tender team focused on priorities, quality and deadlines.
Strong negotiation skills and sound commercial and contractual awareness.
Clear and confident communication with clients and stakeholders at all levels.
Pragmatic, proactive and hands-on with a structured and solution-oriented approach.
Natural leader who motivates multidisciplinary teams and promotes collaboration.
Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with planning tools like MS Project or Primavera is an asset.
Willingness to travel abroad for short assignments.

Responsibilities

Analyse client requirements, tender documentation and contractual conditions for subsea cable projects.
Develop the tender strategy, execution concept and cable installation methodology with engineering and operations.
Coordinate route, installation, burial, protection, landfall and logistics assumptions, including vessel and equipment needs.
Prepare and validate cost estimates, project schedules, resource plans and commercial assumptions.
Draft clear and compelling technical and commercial proposals.
Identify, assess and manage opportunities, risks and interfaces throughout the tender process.
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, partners and other DEME activity lines.
Coordinate internal reviews and prepare tender documentation for management approval; lead client clarifications and support negotiations through to contract award.