Tender & Acquisition Manager Interconnectors

In this role you lead commercial opportunities and end-to-end tenders for complex interconnector projects from Breda. You will shape tender strategy, coordinate cross-functional teams, and manage client relations through the full lifecycle from market engagement to contract finalisation. You contribute to DEME’s interconnector growth by translating requirements into executable bids and negotiating terms with multiple stakeholders. This position offers international project exposure, strong collaboration, and a relevance-driven impact on offshore energy infrastructure.

• competitive employment package
• mobility support
• collaborative environment
• strong development opportunities
• international project exposure
• people-oriented culture

• Develop a robust pipeline of interconnector opportunities through market intelligence and client engagement
• Lead opportunity qualification and bid/no-bid decisions aligned with DEME strategy and risk appetite
• Translate client needs into clear tenders strategy and execution plans
• Coordinate multidisciplinary tender teams (Engineering, Operations, Legal, Finance, Procurement, QHSE, Project Controls)
• Drive technical concepts, schedules, cost estimates, pricing and commercial proposals
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities through internal reviews
• Coordinate partners, suppliers and subcontractors including commercial agreements
• Lead client clarifications, negotiations and contract finalisation with internal stakeholders
• Support smooth handover from tender to project execution
• Maintain relationships with transmission system operators, utilities, cable manufacturers, partners and subcontractors

• Bachelor or Master in engineering, marine technology, business or related discipline
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in offshore energy, interconnectors, subsea cables, marine construction, tendering or business development
• Understanding of interconnector cable installation, landfalls, burial and protection; HV subsea cables an asset
• Knowledge of commercial/contractual aspects of complex EPC/EPCI/marine installation projects
• Strong negotiation and cross-cultural communication skills
• Structured, proactive, decisive, able to lead teams under tight deadlines
• Fluent in English; willing to travel; Dutch language a plus

• strong negotiator
• effective communicator across cultures
• structured and proactive leadership
• tender strategy and bid management
• cost estimation and pricing
• risk assessment and mitigation