Projectleider Maatschappelijk Vastgoed

Arcadis; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days

NS business card for private travel

Parental leave arrangements

Hybrid work options with home office

Pension scheme

Learning Experience Platform (LXP)

Job summary

Arcadis in Rotterdam, Netherlands, is looking for an experienced project management professional to lead real estate initiatives and provide advisory support across design, procurement and construction. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver sustainable, cost‑effective solutions.

The role requires strong Dutch and English skills, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to manage schedules, budgets and risks while guiding the development process from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• HBO+ or WO in civil engineering or related field.
• 4+ years’ experience in project management/consulting for real‑estate projects.
• Excellent proficiency in Dutch and English.
• Entrepreneurial attitude: recognise opportunities and initiate client‑focused solutions.
• Decisive and proactive: anticipate, act and ensure tasks are completed.
• Resilient, persuasive and analytical with strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead simple projects independently and support senior colleagues on more complex assignments.
• Set up projects and ensure they run smoothly from design to execution within agreed parameters.
• Create clear project definitions and frameworks, paying attention to GROTIK aspects.
• Monitor progress and report on it through decision‑making and phase documents.
• Advise on construction organisation and procurement strategy; conduct market consultations and select architects, advisers and contractors.
• Guide the design process to ensure ideas remain practically viable.
• Organise and lead meetings at operational, tactical and strategic levels, ensuring decisions are documented.
• Direct the realization phase focusing on schedule, quality and budget.
• Place sustainability at the core of your approach and motivate others to create sustainable impact.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Procurement

Leadership

Dutch language

English language

Education

BSc/MSc in civil engineering

Tools

Contract management

Procurement procedures

Job description

Overview

Arcadis is a global partner supporting sustainable projects across sectors such as environment, energy, water, buildings, transport and infrastructure. We combine digital innovation, expertise and future‑focused skills to provide tailored solutions for design, engineering and consulting.

Project Management & Consultancy

Within the Project Management & Consultancy advisory group, you will work in a team of more than 30 advisers and construction project managers, spanning several Dutch locations with Amersfoort as a central hub. The focus is on sustainable, future‑proof solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead simple projects independently and support senior colleagues on more complex assignments, covering maintenance, energy‑saving measures, renovation, redevelopment, new construction or temporary housing.
• Set up projects and ensure they run smoothly from design to execution within agreed parameters.
• Create clear project definitions and frameworks, paying attention to GROTIK aspects.
• Monitor progress and report on it, e.g. through decision‑making and phase documents.
• Advise on construction organization and procurement strategy; conduct market consultations and select architects, advisers and contractors.
• Guide the design process to ensure ideas remain practically viable.
• Organize and lead meetings at operational, tactical and strategic levels, ensuring decisions are documented.
• Direct the realization phase focusing on schedule, quality and budget.
• Place sustainability at the core of your approach and motivate and inspire others to create sustainable impact.

Qualifications

• HBO+ or WO in civil engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in project management/consulting for real‑estate projects.
• Passion for a healthier and more sustainable built environment.
• Experience with contracts and procurement procedures is an advantage.
• Excellent proficiency in Dutch and English.
• Entrepreneurial attitude: recognise opportunities and initiate solutions that truly meet client needs.
• Decisive and proactive: anticipate, act and ensure tasks are completed.
• Resilient, persuasive and analytical: sharp in analysis, consistent in execution and strong in presentation.

Benefits

• 30 vacation days for full‑time employees, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• Employees may use a free NS business card for private travel.
• Additional arrangements for birth leave for partners and paid parental leave.
• Hybrid working options with a suitable home‑office allowance and a professional home office setup.
• Strong pension scheme with most of the premium paid by Arcadis.
• Opportunities for courses and training via the Arcadis Learning Experience Platform (LXP).

Equal Opportunity

Arcadis is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We want everyone to be able to be their best selves. We take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves accountable for our actions. Arcadis is an equal opportunity employer and offers a great workplace for everyone.