Contracts Engineer

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We are currently looking for a Contracts Engineer Subcontracting to join our team in Delft, the Netherlands. 

The Contracts Engineer Subcontracting will complement the commercial and capital contracts team, which is a separate unit within the procurement function. The team is engaged in the development of a pool of relevant suppliers, and contracting for commercial and capital projects. 

Allseas commercial projects are centered around subsea installation work, topside and jacket installation and removal work. Historically most work is oil and gas related and recently Allseas has been awarded work in renewables as well.

Driven by the Allseas ambition to remain a sustained frontrunner in the offshore industry our capital projects entail the successful incorporation of contracted work in these projects.

Wherever possible, the contracts engineer will contribute to continuous improvement of the relevant procurement processes, while embracing a supply chain management vision. 

Your role

In this role, your general responsibilities will be to support and actively participate in the continuous improvement of Allseas’ management system within the scope of the job, to promote a safe and healthy working environment for Allseas employees and contractors working in Allseas premises and to present Allseas as an attractive and reliable business partner and maintain long-term relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. 

Job specific tasks 

Perform the tendering and contracting process as assigned by the unit head contracting, in line with approved procedures; 

Liaise with internal clients to compile requirements for the scope and/or sourcing of goods, materials and/or services;

Define the contracting strategy based on value/risk for Allseas and supply risk, market situations and internal policies and requirements;

Select suppliers and conduct pre-qualifications and evaluation of potential suppliers;

Coordinate – Prepare - Submit tender packages including draft frame agreement/contract to selected suppliers;

Prepare bid-evaluation sheets for internal review and approval; 

Negotiate Terms and Conditions and pricing with vendors in liaison with the Legal Department; 

Award frame agreement/ contract.

What we expect from you

BSc or MSc degree in Business Administration, Commercial Law, Engineering, Technical Science  or equivalent experience;

Minimum of 5 years’ contracting or tactical procurement experience;

General (technical) knowledge of industry practices;

Excellent negotiation skills;

Excellent analytical skills;

The ability to create and maintain good working relationships with internal stakeholders (technical Department and vessel crew);

Good knowledge of the English and Dutch languages, both written and spoken;

Results driven, common sense and hands-on mentality;

Knowledge of ERP and MS Office systems/applications;

in lieu of other relevant qualifications NEVI 1&2, CIPS, IFPPM or equivalent courses are considered an advantage.

What we offer you

Working at Allseas allows you the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with creative thinking, collaboration and down-to-earth culture at its core.

You can expect

Competitive industry benchmarked salary and excellent pension;

Performance based salary raises and bonuses;

30 holidays days per year, flexible working hours;

Extensive training and development programme, study budgets and coaching;

A company-sponsored fitness scheme;

Internal clubs, committees, parties and (sportive) events.

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