Technical Project Manager, Housing & Management (0.8 FTE)

Who are you?

You are a process-oriented individual, a project manager with knowledge of real estate, building systems, management & maintenance, and relevant laws and regulations. You have a keen eye for the various interests of end users and are highly skilled at adapting to different levels within and outside the organization. Planning and organizing come naturally to you, and you thrive on project-based work. While collaboration is important to you, you’re also capable of taking on tasks and projects independently and responsibly. You set high standards for the quality of your own work and that of others, are constructively critical, and constantly strive for improvement. You have an affinity for education and believe it’s important to make a social impact. You are decisive, resilient under pressure, and flexible. An experienced project manager and compelling advisor.

What do you bring to the table?

You have completed a technical degree (e.g., mechanical/electrical engineering) and possess a higher vocational education (HBO) level of work and thinking. You have extensive work experience in a technical installations/non-residential construction/renovation-related environment and have thorough knowledge of sustainable systems. You can independently lead projects from the initial contact through to the commissioning of the building and/or space. You are able to think and act in an interdisciplinary manner, and in carrying out your work, you are solution-oriented and practical. You have experience with mechanical and electrical systems and architectural matters, are well-versed in organizational skills, and have a hands-on mentality. In addition, you are service-oriented and possess excellent communication skills at all levels, and you can engage others in your thought and work processes.

What will you be doing?

Your main responsibilities will include preparing, coordinating, and overseeing (multi-year) housing projects, in which you will conduct preliminary research to design the projects, formulate the problem analysis and development needs, and define the framework conditions. You will provide the necessary (technical) information, cost estimates, and plan preparation to ensure the efficient execution of the projects, and you will be responsible for financial project monitoring, progress reporting, and final acceptance. The projects involve renovation, new construction and remodeling, maintenance, and energy transition, and are part of our housing portfolio. Once the preliminary phase is complete, you will oversee the implementation. In its sustainability roadmap, the AHK has set ambitious goals to reduce CO2 emissions from all its owned properties to zero by 2035. You therefore have an affinity for making real estate and technical systems more sustainable.​You will collaborate with your colleagues in day-to-day management and serve as their point of contact for questions regarding heating and electrical systems.

Who are we?

The AHK’s real estate portfolio is unique, and we are proud of it. The AHK has various educational buildings in the center of Amsterdam, most of which it owns. These include both modern buildings with state-of-the-art teaching spaces, workshops, studios, and high-quality performance venues, as well as (national) monuments. The Housing and Management Department, with a small team, oversees the entire AHK real estate portfolio and works closely with the academies. The team consists of a Head of Facilities, two (senior) project managers, one technical facility manager, and a Facilities & Operations Coordinator. Within the AHK, the support services are housed in the Service Bureau, which consists of the departments of Group Control, Central Administration and Procurement, IT & Automation, Facilities and Management, HR and Education, and Research & Communication. You can get to know some of our staff and students here.

What do we offer?

A challenging position focused on the learning and working environment of students and staff, as part of a dynamic team of colleagues, with an office located right in the heart of Amsterdam. Partial remote work will be arranged in consultation, and we will provide the necessary equipment for working from home. We offer a one-year appointment, with the prospect of a permanent position. The position is classified under Scale 10 of the HBO collective bargaining agreement (Advisory Staff Member - C, max. €5,019.73 gross for full-time employment). Salary placement depends in part on education and experience. We offer a competitive benefits package, including an 8.3% year-end bonus and a solid pension plan. If you join our team, we will require a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) upon starting employment.

Information and Application

The recruitment and selection process is being managed by 1KLICK Recruitment. For more information and background on this job opening, please contact Bart Mulleneers at 0633682709 or bart@1klick.nl. If you are interested, please send us a recent resume and a detailed cover letter. All applications will be treated with the utmost discretion.