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Tender Engineer Cables & Pipelines

Van Oord

Rotterdam
Full-time
5-10 years experience
Hybrid

Work Arrangement

Office Days per Week: 3 days

Key Skills

Tendering
Offshore energy
Subsea cable systems
Pipeline engineering
Project management
Technical estimation
Communication
Analytical skills
Stakeholder management
Subcontractor management
Procurement coordination
Execution strategy development
Problem solving
Teamwork

Job Description

THE POSITION The Product line Cables & Pipelines within the Offshore Energy business unit is where offshore energy connects to land. Linking generation to consumption through complex and precise subsea installations. Our projects demand agility, technical skills, and deep respect for nature’s dynamics, especially in sensitive coastal and marine environments. We balance sustainable ambition with practical delivery. Our teams are equipped with advanced vessels like the Nexus, the Calypso, and the Stingray. Combining capacity, precision, and flexibility. These assets, together with our engineering and Offshore energy operations expertise, allow us to deliver on time, reliably, and safely. Even in the most demanding locations. We work on high-profile projects such as Sofia, Windanker, HKW, Golfinho, Greater Changhua, Vanguard and Feng Miao, where our expertise in subsea cable systems and pipeline engineering plays a critical role in project success. A multitude of disciplines come together to ensure safe landfall, smart routing, and future-ready infrastructure. YOUR IMPACT Our Offshore Energy business unit takes on multidisciplinary and complex tenders. Together with the tender team, you will be laying the foundations for successful offshore energy projects. After Van Oord has been prequalified as a contractor for a project, a tender team is put together. You will start the new tender by going through all the project documentation and a tender kick-off with the team headed by the Tender Manager. You will deal with challenging projects and deadlines, so goal-oriented work and excellent communication skills are essential in this role. Next to this, you are also responsible for Analysing clients requests and development of respective execution strategies; Coordination with relevant departments, such as Engineering, Operations and Ship Management, with the aim of drawing up an accurate and technically feasible production estimate; Liaise with subcontractors in coordination with the procurement department; Organising and managing project-based and content-based tender processes; Compiling and writing tender documentation and deliverables; Actively developing your expertise by keeping informed on the latest developments in the market and identifying possible opportunities for Van Oord. Your workplace As Tender Engineer in the Product Line Cables & Pipelines, you will play an integral role in the tendering process for offshore energy projects in which your input can make the difference. You will support the Tender Manager in organising and managing the tender process from the receipt of the invitation from the contracting party to the submittal of the offer. Together with ambitious colleagues throughout the whole organisation we strive for the best results. The work location for this position will be in Gorinchem (NL). About You As a person, you are capable to cope with stress and have the capacity to work methodically, but above all you are a team player with excellent communication skills. You also bring A bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in a technical field; A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position or project position; Experiences in the offshore energy industry and/or offshore cable installation projects will be of advantage; Customer minded and a representative attitude; Strong analytical skills with an eye for the detail Solution driven and hands-on mindset Collaborative way of working Excellent command of the English language, verbally as well as in writing. WE OFFER We offer you a position in which you will have an important contribution to our mission 'building a better world for future generations'. In addition, we offer you A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience; Travel allowance (€0.31 per km) and home office allowance (€2,45 per day); 32 leave days per year; Variable bonus; Pension scheme; Collective health insurance (optional); Flexible working from home policy, 2 days a week when working on a full-time basis; Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz; You can join communities, like Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women and the Van Oord staff association; We organise several (sport) events, e.g. winter sport, weekend of sailing, cycling and a motorcycle tour. Interested? Apply via the application form below. Do you have any questions? Please contact Esli Juliana. Do you like to know more about and want to stay informed of other vacancies within Van Oord? Climb aboard and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo and Facebook! Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated.

Core Responsibilities

You will support the Tender Manager in organizing and managing the tender process from receipt of invitation to submittal of the offer. This includes analyzing client requests, developing execution strategies, and coordinating with internal departments and subcontractors to create accurate production estimates.

Requirements

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a technical field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, a hands-on mindset, and excellent command of the English language.

Benefits

  • Travel allowance
  • Home office allowance
  • 32 leave days
  • Variable bonus
  • Pension scheme
  • Collective health insurance
  • Flexible working from home policy
  • Learning and development possibilities
  • Online courses via Goodhabitz
  • Staff association
  • Sport events

About Van Oord

Industry: Civil Engineering

Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees

Van Oord is a leading international marine contractor focusing on dredging, infrastructure and offshore energy projects. We are an innovative partner for our clients and, for over 155 years, have been helping to create the infrastructure for the world of tomorrow. The growing world population needs more space and the demand for energy is rising constantly. Increasing world trade requires more and better port facilities and climate change is threatening coastal areas. Van Oord provides innovative solutions for these worldwide maritime challenges, both now and in the future. Van Oord is Dutch family-owned company, which is characterized by visible leadership, long-term vision and a sound financial position. Substantial investments in people and equipment are made with great care to ensure the continuity of our business. Our staff are committed, entrepreneurial professionals who are passionate about water and technology. They know the importance of cooperation in achieving the best possible result. By being open and honest, they build on mutual trust and respect. Marine ingenuity is what sets Van Oord apart. In just two words, we show in the clearest possible terms what we do, how we do it, and what makes us different. A passionate, smart, shrewd, international marine contractor – that is how we see ourselves. Van Oord believes in One Team, worldwide.

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