Senior Subcontract Specialist

Ocean Installer is a global marine construction company delivering large complex projects in challenging environments. The company is based in Stavanger and has offices in Oslo, Aberdeen, Rio de Janeiro and Dubai. With a business model based on partnerships, we have a flexible asset strategy and customer mindset. This creates agility. Ocean Installer is owned by Moreld, a leading industrial multi-disciplinary engineering group offering services across offshore energy and marine industries

People are at the heart of our success. Our people are the driving force behind every triumph, every solution, and every project delivered with pride.

We’re a team that values expertise, celebrates dedication, and thrives on tackling challenges collaboratively. No unnecessary bureaucracy just a friendly, supportive team working together to turn complex subsea projects into standout achievements.

Now we’re looking for a talented Senior Subcontract Specialist, who wants to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to grow with a people‑first company, we’d love to have you onboard. We are hiring for more than one position and welcome candidates with different levels of experience.

If we look beyond the fact that you would get to work with some of the greatest minds in our industry, extraordinary people from all over the world, here’s some of the things you can expect as a Subcontract Specialist in Ocean Installer:

Responsible for the tendering process towards our subcontractors: working with tender team to clarify need, construction and issuing of ITT documents, clarification rounds, negotiate with suppliers and set the final contractsIn charge of managing subcontracts on a project level; Ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions and implement changes/amendments as may be requiredCommercial Management of the subcontractors; monitor and follow up commercial and contractual issues as required by the contractsChange Management of contractAssist Project Managers and other project personnel regarding contractual and commercial issuesLiaise with other functions to improve the position of OI. Contribute in contractual and commercial reviews, discussions, negotiations and decisions in tendersMonitor transaction compliance (milestones, deliverables, invoicing etc.)Ensure contract close out, extension or renewal, and experience transfer to future contractsTake part in securing and develop long term Frame Agreements when required

Our ambition is to grow our team by hiring the best talent and to continue delivering the best possible projects, for our clients. This means that we need to find the people that complement our existing colleagues, and someone that meet the requirements within our projects. So, if you do possess some of these qualities, we could be a perfect match:

High commercial awarenessVery strong negotiation skillsOrganised and able to manage time to meet deadlinesEducated to a degree level in the area of business/legal is preferred, although other recognised qualifications would be acceptable if combined with suitable experience.

At Ocean Installer, you will be part of a talented, international team where your ideas matter. We keep communication direct, bureaucracy low, and decision-making fast, giving you real opportunities to make an impact. Add a great social environment, regular events, and access to our sports facilities (sports hall, squash courts etc) and you've got a workplace where people thrive.

Applications are reviewed continuously, so don't wait to submit yours.

Ocean Installer actively work towards improving and developing the level of diversity in the organisation. We acknowledge and firmly believe in the benefits and increased value creation for the organisation becoming a further diversified and inclusive company. We welcome and appreciate all applications regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and disabilities.

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