Digitaal Project Manager (medior)

De Voorhoede is not a we-do-everything agency, but a true web development club. With a team of 20 people, we build engaging projects for, among others, PostNL, TU Delft & TNO, Deltares and De Kindertelefoon. Our goal is sustainable growth: we focus on more challenging projects for meaningful clients, so we can grow in diversity and expertise as a team. We prefer to work on projects with a social purpose. Diversity, inclusivity, and good care for our people and the world are our priorities. Since 2023, we have formalized this impactful way of working by obtaining our B Corp certification.

We work from our offices in Amsterdam and Delft, or from home. We prefer not to restrict ourselves with lots of rules and procedures. With freedom, trust, and responsibility, you achieve the best results. We are convinced of that.

Together with our operations team, you ensure that our projects run smoothly and that our project administration is in order. Every project is different, and together with the team and the client you determine the right approach. You take the lead in the entire project process. This occasionally involves some technical language, such as different frameworks or cloud services. You don’t shy away from that. You always have the agreements from the proposal clearly in mind and know when to intervene if we deviate from them. You see where improvements can be made and are not afraid to hold clients or colleagues accountable for their responsibilities. All the while, you keep one goal in mind: successfully collaborating with the client as a team on a great product.

From project work, you also like to build a long-term relationship with our clients. You see opportunities for new projects and reach out to key stakeholders. You don’t need smooth sales talk for this, but you do need communication skills and enthusiasm to take initiative. We treat our clients the same way we treat our colleagues: informal and sincere.

You never do all this alone. We support each other to serve our clients well. You’ll learn the ropes from our (lead) developers and your colleagues within the operations team. This team consists of our project manager Suzanne and our management team: Jasper (Technical, founder), Nena (Operational), and Flip (Commercial).

You are a born organizer. You naturally think a few steps ahead. You can spot project risks from miles away. And if not, you solve them skillfully and, where possible, with some humor. You motivate the project team and enjoy making agreements, roles, and project responsibilities clear from the start.

You also bring:

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar position, preferably with software projects
• Living near Amsterdam, so you can also work at our Amsterdam office
• A good sense of numbers and budgets
• Experience with Productive or a similar project management tool is a plus, not a must
• Experience in an agile environment is a plus, not a must
• You speak and write fluent Dutch and English
• You are available for 32-40 hours per week

A good work-life balance, because nobody benefits from a 60-hour work week. You could say we actually do have a 9-to-5 mentality. We work together from our pleasant offices and visit our clients by appointment. In Amsterdam, we can enjoy a 270º view over the Houthavens, and in Delft, we have a cozy stained-glass canal hideout just a stone’s throw from the station. Of course, there is also room to work from home.

You can also expect:

• Freedom, responsibility, and plenty of room for your own ideas
• A market-based salary between €4,000 and €5,000 per month
• A contract for 32, 36, or 40 hours per week
• A monthly contribution to your pension via BrightPensioen
• 8% holiday pay + 25 vacation days (with the option to buy more)
• A MacBook to do all your work
• A one-time home office setup budget of €1,000
• An annual coaching and training budget of €1,500
• Full travel reimbursement or an NS Business Card
• Shared lunches at the office
• Flexible holiday policy, so you can celebrate the holidays that are important to you

Wondering if you meet all the qualifications? Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the requirements, even when they are highly qualified. At De Voorhoede, we believe that differences make us stronger, and we are committed to an open and inclusive culture. So are you in doubt? Apply and let us be the judge!

Excited? Apply via the application button! Or looking for more information? Let’s (e-)meet! Send an email to HR via [email protected]. Or call / WhatsApp Réni: 06-28331148.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated!