Construction Lead for Dutch Gym Fit-Outs

TrainMore; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Gym Group in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of new clubs, conversions and refurbishments across the country. You will run the programme, own the budget and ensure openings are on time and on budget, while keeping sites safe and compliant.

Reporting to the Development Director, you will partner with the Construction team, Operations and Finance to build a reliable panel of Dutch contractors, manage permits, and ensure brand fit-out

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction or project management within retail/leisure/hospitality.
• Proven track record delivering multiple projects on programme and budget.
• Strong knowledge of Dutch building regulations, permitting and safety.
• Excellent communication with teams, contractors, landlords and municipalities.
• Strong MEP knowledge and ability to read CAD drawings.
• Experience using AI or digital construction tools for planning and reporting.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Driving licence (B).

Responsibilities

• Lead construction of new clubs, conversions, and refurbishments.
• Run several projects at once, manage programmes, and keep openings on track.
• On-site, chair site meetings, solve problems quickly and eschart early when something slips.
• Manage snagging, commissioning and handover with complete documentation and warranties.
• Collaborate with Construction team on design, specs and brand fit-out standards.
• Align with Development Director, Marketing, Operations and PMO on scope, timelines and opening readiness.
• Capture lessons learned and cost benchmarks per brand for faster, cheaper projects.

Skills

Construction management

Multi-project delivery

Dutch building regs

Communication skills

MEP knowledge

CAD reading

On-site presence

AI/digital tools

Dutch fluency

English fluency

Driving licence

Education

Construction/Building Engineering degree (HBO/WO)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Urban Gym Group in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of new clubs, conversions and refurbishments across the country. You will run the programme, own the budget and ensure openings are on time and on budget, while keeping sites safe and compliant.

Reporting to the Development Director, you will partner with the Construction team, Operations and Finance to build a reliable panel of Dutch contractors, manage permits, and ensure brand fit-out