Subcontract engineer and chartering specialist

SUBCONTRACT ENGINEER – OFFSHORE PROJECTS📍 Paris-La Défense, France📅 Start date: 16 November 2026⏳ Duration: until 30 May 2027, with the possibility of extension🏢 Minimum 4 days per week on siteWe are looking for a Subcontract Engineer to support an international offshore energy project based in Paris-La Défense.You will manage the full lifecycle of project subcontracts for services and offshore operations, from the preparation of tenders through negotiation, contract administration and close-out. You will also provide support for vessel chartering activities when required.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage subcontracting activities for project services and offshore operations, from procurement planning through contract close-out.
• Prepare and issue requests for quotation (RFQs) in coordination with technical and project teams.
• Coordinate the review of bidders and proposals with engineering, HSE, quality, legal, finance and other relevant departments.
• Evaluate commercial offers, clarify contractual deviations and prepare recommendations for award.
• Negotiate commercial and contractual terms, including pricing, payment conditions, liabilities, schedules and risk allocation.
• Prepare, finalise and award subcontracts in accordance with project requirements and company procedures.
• Administer subcontracts after award, monitoring subcontractor obligations, deliverables, schedules, costs, invoices and performance.
• Manage contractual correspondence, variations, amendments, disputes and claims.
• Participate in subcontractor meetings, follow up on action plans and report contractual or commercial risks.
• Coordinate contract completion, final account settlement and formal close-out.
• Support vessel chartering activities when required, including RFQs, commercial evaluations and negotiations with shipowners, brokers and marine service providers.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation, procurement records and reporting.YOUR PROFILE
• Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Maritime, Logistics or a related discipline.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in subcontracting, contract administration, project procurement or services contracting.
• Experience managing service subcontracts through tendering, award and administration.
• Experience in an offshore, subsea, oil and gas, engineering, construction or similar project environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual negotiations, variations and claims management.
• Exposure to vessel chartering, marine services or offshore logistics is an advantage.
• Familiarity with BIMCO contract forms is a plus.
• Fluent professional English is required. French or Portuguese is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills, with the ability to work autonomously in a multicultural environment.
• Availability for occasional short-duration travel.