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Traffic Engineering Project Leader

Hybrid in Bodegraven·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 11 Nov)

VDK Groep B.V.

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Bodegraven
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Languages: Dutch

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Recent experience in the field of traffic engineering
Experience as a project manager (or a similar position)
Driving license B;
Good communicative, organizational, and decision-making skills
VOL-VCA certificate or willingness to obtain this
You have a positive attitude, are well-organized, and know how to motivate others;
You switch easily between different conversation partners and know how to distinguish the essential from the non-essential;
Good command of the Dutch language, both spoken and written.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

A good salary, valued based on your knowledge, background, and experience
All the basic conditions you need to be able to perform your work successfully. Think of a laptop, phone, and a company car
Employment conditions and pension according to the Technical Installations collective labor agreement (cao)
Permanent contract upon meeting job requirements, otherwise a yearly contract with conversion to permanent
25 vacation days and 13 ADV days for full-time employment
Development opportunities within HIG Traffic Systems and the VDK Group.
Access to various VDK Groep benefits with discounts on insurance, fuel, attractions, well-known brands, bicycle schemes, and much more!
Inspiring team outings, company events, and annual VDK family trips such as Phantasialand!

The role

The Project Manager at HIG Traffic Systems in Bodegraven is a true director. You are responsible from start to finish for projects within traffic engineering installations, such as public lighting, traffic control installations, and DVM systems. As a Project Manager, you maintain the overview, lead the team, and ensure that everything from preparation to delivery runs smoothly. You switch effortlessly between technicians, work preparers, and clients, monitor the planning, and maintain control over costs.

What you'll do

As Project Manager, you are responsible for the technical, financial, and organizational execution of projects throughout the Netherlands. You lead a team including work preparers, site managers, and engineers, draw up schedules, monitor budgets, and report on progress. You work on new construction, renovation, and maintenance projects and communicate intensively with various departments within HIG.

Ultimately responsible for planning, execution, and delivery
Switches between multiple (large) projects and maintains an overview
Leads project teams and monitors collaboration
Point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Ensures a smooth and safe project course from start to aftercare
Draws up project plans and performs risk analyses
Coordinates teams and external parties
Monitors progress, quality, safety, and planning
Manages budgets and reports to management
Resolves bottlenecks and manages risks
Handles documentation, delivery, and aftercare

What do you bring?

In the role of Project Manager Traffic Installations, you combine leadership with technical knowledge and organizational insight.

Hiring process

Are you interested?
Please call or WhatsApp Nadine Verhage, Recruitment Business Partner of the VDK Group.
📞 06-44871851
📧 n.verhage@vdkgroep.com

About VDK Groep B.V.

In their own words

About the company & team

HIG Traffic Systems is a specialist in traffic installations and realizes projects throughout the Netherlands. With a professional team and innovative solutions, we contribute to a safe traffic infrastructure.

We focus on installing detection loops on roads throughout the Netherlands. Our expertise, customer focus, and emphasis on safety make us a reliable partner for every project.

HIG Traffic Systems is part of the VDK Group, where growth is central to both. We offer opportunities to develop your technical skills and grow within the VDK Group, while maintaining a safe and collegial working environment.

We are a proud part of the fast-growing VDK Group, but operate with our own identity and culture. You will feel at home at HIG, while being able to build on the strength of the VDK Group. This means: Great benefits such as stability, plenty of training opportunities, career growth possibilities, and many extra secondary employment benefits! As of mid-April 2026, the VDK Group consists of approximately 180 companies and over 7,000 employees, operating in 8 European countries.

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