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This position is based at our DEME Offshore Office in Breda, The Netherlands.Your responsibilities ... decommissioning or construction of civil infrastructures (jetties, trestles, marine terminals ...

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How much do manager offshore decommissioning jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager offshore decommissioning in the United States is $104,575.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Offshore Decommissioning vs Offshore Project Engineer?

AspectManager Offshore DecommissioningOffshore Project Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, project management certificationsEngineering degree, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees decommissioning projects, manages teams offshore and onshoreSupports project execution, technical planning offshore and onshore
Industry UsagePrimarily in decommissioning phases of oil & gas assetsThroughout project lifecycle, including design, construction, and commissioning

The Manager Offshore Decommissioning focuses on overseeing the safe and efficient decommissioning of offshore assets, managing teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. In contrast, the Offshore Project Engineer is involved in technical planning and execution across various project phases. While both roles require engineering expertise and industry experience, the manager emphasizes project leadership during decommissioning, whereas the engineer supports technical implementation throughout the project lifecycle.

What does a Manager Offshore Decommissioning do?

A Manager Offshore Decommissioning oversees the planning and execution of safely dismantling and removing offshore oil and gas platforms and related infrastructure. Their responsibilities include coordinating with regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, managing budgets and timelines, and supervising contractors and teams. They play a critical role in ensuring that decommissioning projects are completed efficiently, cost-effectively, and with minimal environmental impact.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Offshore Decommissioning, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Offshore Decommissioning, you need expertise in project management, offshore engineering, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and substantial industry experience. Familiarity with decommissioning planning software, environmental impact assessment tools, and certifications like PMP or NEBOSH are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills set exceptional professionals apart in this field. These competencies ensure decommissioning projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with environmental and legal standards.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Manager Offshore Decommissioning during project execution?

Managers in offshore decommissioning often encounter challenges such as coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring strict compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and dealing with unpredictable weather or logistical issues that can impact timelines. They must also manage stakeholder expectations—including regulatory bodies, contractors, and clients—and oversee complex budgeting and scheduling to ensure projects remain on track. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial for overcoming these hurdles and delivering successful project outcomes.
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Commercial Specialist II

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Oceaneering rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

250th of 418 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Purpose  

To provide commercial support to Oceaneering's Offshore Projects Group (OPG) and Subsea Robotics (SSR) Business Groups as needed.  In collaboration with the Tender Supervisor and with oversight from the Tender Managers where needed, the Commercial Coordinator is responsible for preparing quotes and tenders, reviewing basic contractual documents, organizing and facilitating commercial risk assessments when warranted, providing advice on established contracts, estimating various scopes of work, interfacing between a number of support functions including Operations, Sales / Business Development, Legal, Tax, Compliance, Contracts, HSE, SCM and QA in support of facilitating the overall bidding process through to completion. 

Location 

  • Role provides the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, working both virtually and in office.
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Focusing on deepwater installations and field developments, we deliver tailored solutions-from the routine to the extreme. We provide fit-for-purpose engineering design through the entire asset lifecycle, including decommissioning. We contract, manage, engineer, and execute projects using our global vessel fleet, including Jones Act-compliant vessels, advanced technologies, and highly skilled personnel.

REQUIRED

  • 1 - 2 years of tendering experience in the oil & gas industry or related commercial experience will be considered.

  • 1 - 2 years of experience working within a commercial environment.

  • 1 - 2 years of experience with full life cycle of the tender process and the preparation of quotes, start to finish.

  • Competency in operating various basic Microsoft office software packages (e.g. MS Word, Excel, SharePoint PowerPoint, etc).

DESIRED

  • Familiarity with offshore oil and gas related vessel services: Subsea hardware installation (Rigid & flexible jumper Installations, suction pile / mud mat installation, subsea Tree / THS / manifold Installations, subsea Umbilical / SFL / EFL / ESTFL / UTA Installations), subsea Inspection Maintenance and Repair, subsea light well intervention (Hydraulic and or mechanical), subsea flowline remediation, manned diving services (air, mixed gas, saturation & diving support vessels).

  • Familiarity with offshore Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) and ROV subsea tooling supporting the offshore Oil & Gas industry.

  • Familiarity with offshore Survey & Positioning operations, both subsea and surface as well as offshore geoscience services supporting the offshore Oil and Gas Industry.

  • Familiarity with Oil and Gas Industry Contracts.

  • Competency in operating various basic office software packages (e.g. XaitPorter, PeopleSoft, CRM, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

  • Ability to manage workload in line with key dates for delivery.

  • Strong organizational and planning skills.

  • Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. 

  • Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. 

  • Seek appropriate support and guidance to deliver the required output.

  • Ensure regular consistent communication takes place within the area of responsibility.

  • Ensure others involved in a project or effort are kept informed about developments and plans.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with internal departments and external clients.

  • Flexible approach to work schedules in line with the demands of supporting wide geographical demands across multiple time zones.

Ability to communicate (both written and verbally) at a high-quality level in Portuguese and or Spanish will be taken into consideration. 

Benefits Statement

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Working Conditions 

This position requires physical activity including occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds, as well as climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching. The role requires frequent lifting of up to 10 pounds and extended periods of standing. Duties also include repetitive movements of the arms and hands and sitting with back support. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

ESSENTIAL 

  • Log commercial inquiries and distribute as necessary.

  • Prepare bid cost spreadsheets, price quotations and budgetary / firm proposals as required.

  • Compile tender and pre-qualification documents to meet deadlines as required.

  • Prepare standard quotes daily and route for approval in line with defined processes.

  • Review basic contractual documents (PO's, Work Orders, Service Orders) from a contractual and commercial perspective to ensure compliance with company policies and practices.

  • Negotiate anomalies and exceptions within basic contractual documents with clients (e.g. resolve entity issues, applicable contractual terms and conditions, delivery dates, quantity and pricing issues).

  • Coordinate the internal inputs into tenders and obtain appropriate advice to ensure a timely and compliant response (e.g. Engineering, operational Subject Matter Experts, SCM, tax, legal, contracts, compliance, HSE, QA etc, as appropriate).

  • Communicate with external and internal clients when needed for the purpose of gathering feedback and associated monitoring and filing.

  • Update various commercial department databases as required in a timely manner.

  • Provide guidance on contractual obligations to ensure work is performed/delivered in accordance with agreed Terms.

  • Prepare requests for contractual deviations and amendments in line with changing requirements.

  • Prepare handover documents to other departments in line with defined processes.

  • Communicate commercial, financial and operational concepts professionally (both written and verbally).

  • Prepare and give bid review presentations to management.

NON-ESSENTIAL 

  • Provide general assistance to the Commercial Department as required.

  • Check completeness of department filing systems and communicate discrepancies.

  • Compile and update standard boilerplate and other related commercial material.

  • Other duties as assigned.


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