Subsea BD Director: Global Growth & Partnerships

McDermott International, Ltd; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd in Houston, TX seeks a Subsea Director of Business Development to lead sales strategy, coordinate with customers and senior management, and identify growth opportunities in offshore oil & gas. The role requires deep industry knowledge, strong communication, and a strategic mindset.

You will manage contracts, develop plans with the commercial team, build long-term client relationships, and drive risk reviews to win major projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in Oil & Gas sales and BD.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong cultural awareness and international collaboration.
• Solid understanding of contracts, commercial terms, and risk.
• Experience in EPCI for SURF market.
• PM/PD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sales with the business unit and customer (project management and priority).
• Contract management (follow-up and knowledge of contract terms).
• Develop sales plans/strategies with project manager and commercial team.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities with sales/pricing strategy.
• Maintain relationships and capture more business from existing customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial negotiation

Oil & gas industry knowledge

EPCI SURF experience

PM/PD experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related disciplines

Job description

McDermott International, Ltd in Houston, TX seeks a Subsea Director of Business Development to lead sales strategy, coordinate with customers and senior management, and identify growth opportunities in offshore oil & gas. The role requires deep industry knowledge, strong communication, and a strategic mindset.

You will manage contracts, develop plans with the commercial team, build long-term client relationships, and drive risk reviews to win major projects.