Offshore Contracts Engineer – Projects & Subcontracts

Allseas; Delft; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Bonuses

30 holidays per year

Training & development

Fitness scheme

Social clubs

Job summary

Allseas in Delft seeks a Contract Engineer Projects to develop and manage subcontracting strategies for offshore projects. You will own contracts, drive tendering, and coordinate with internal teams, legal, and vendors to ensure safe, compliant execution.

You will analyse risks, negotiate terms, and oversee contract awards, variations, and close-outs. A strong commercial mindset and English proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in a relevant discipline (technical, commercial, legal, engineering, or equivalent).
• Experience in contracting within offshore, energy, shipbuilding, EPC, or similar industries.
• Experience with tendering, subcontractor selection, bid evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracting principles, procurement governance, and risk management.
• Ability to assess commercial, contractual, and project-related risks.

Responsibilities

• Execute tendering and contracting processes in line with approved procedures and governance.
• Define contracting strategies based on project value, commercial risk, market conditions, and supply risk.
• Liaise with project teams and internal stakeholders to develop subcontracting strategies and tender scopes.
• Prepare tender documentation, including draft contracts and frame agreements.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids and prepare contract award recommendations.
• Negotiate commercial terms, conditions, and pricing in close cooperation with Legal and Project teams.
• Award and administer contracts and frame agreements in accordance with company procedures.
• Manage subcontractor contracts throughout project execution, including variations, claims, renewals, and close-out activities.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual, commercial, and risk-related matters.
• Review variation order requests and subcontractor invoices against contractual requirements.
• Coordinate post-project evaluations and supplier performance reviews.
• Contribute to standardisation, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives within Procurement.

Skills

Contract ownership

Subcontractor negotiations

Project risk management

Tendering

Contract negotiation

Procurement governance

Risk assessment

Education

BSc or MSc in a relevant discipline

Job description

Allseas in Delft seeks a Contract Engineer Projects to develop and manage subcontracting strategies for offshore projects. You will own contracts, drive tendering, and coordinate with internal teams, legal, and vendors to ensure safe, compliant execution.

You will analyse risks, negotiate terms, and oversee contract awards, variations, and close-outs. A strong commercial mindset and English proficiency are essential for success.