Do you enjoy working on diverse and challenging issues in the physical domain of infrastructure, public space, and real estate? Are you ambitious, creative, customer- and results-oriented, commercially driven, and practical-minded? Then come work at Oxand.

What does the role involve?

As a Business Consultant, you will have the unique opportunity to work with a variety of clients, each facing their own challenges—for example in the fields of asset management, project control, and/or change management. You can then apply this knowledge and experience across other assignments for both public and private sector clients.

In this role, you take the lead at the client’s site by setting the right example and acting as a unifying force between the client’s team members and your own project team. You don’t just provide advice—you actively help implement the solutions you recommend. You ensure that everyone within the client organization is aligned and working together effectively. This may include streamlining processes in areas such as policy, strategic portfolio management, projects, operations, and maintenance. Below are some examples of what you will work on or contribute to:

• Asset Management Professionalization Policy Document
• Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP)
• Asset Management Plan (AMP)
• Long-Term Asset Planning (LTAP)
• Organizing Data and Information Management
• Risk Analysis and Risk Management Plan
• Management Acceptance Process
• Recommend and Develop Corporate Values Matrix
• Formulate Long-Term Goals, KPIs, and Strategy
• Conduct Maturity Analyses, Gap Analyses, and Quick Scans
• Identify, Streamline, and Improve (Asset Management) Processes
• Raise Awareness among Clients’ Employees, Enabling Them to Implement and Embed Asset Management
• Convert Data into Management Information in our Asset Management Software (Simeo). This Supports and Substantiates Client Decision-Making Regarding Costs, Risks, and Performance of Asset Forecasts in the Short, Medium, and Long Term.
• … (our business is evolving every day, and so are the products and services required of Oxand, so what exactly you’ll be working on depends largely on customer demand and your preferences).

In addition to these more content-focused tasks, you will also be responsible for ensuring that the project pipeline with your client(s) remains well-filled—or is even expanded. In doing so, you’ll work closely with the account manager(s) responsible for those client(s).

About Oxand

Oxand is a key player in asset management, project management, and change management. We advise our clients on managing, maintaining, and making their asset portfolios sustainable in infrastructure, public spaces, and real estate. With our extensive knowledge and experience, we can predict asset obsolescence and calculate and weigh various investment scenarios (for asset management and maintenance) to make the right strategic choices. We also offer support in managing projects and implementing desired organizational changes.

We do this through consultancy and advisory services, the implementation of asset management support software (Simeo) and tools, as well as through our academy for education, training, and serious gaming.

In the Netherlands, around 25 dedicated professionals work with passion for the field, striving for the best possible results. We embrace a practical, client-focused approach, with innovation, knowledge, and sustainability at the core of everything we do.

Our internal communication is direct and efficient, and we highly value teamwork and professional development. We offer a challenging and dynamic work environment, where the collegial atmosphere ensures you enjoy coming to work every day.

Oxand has offices in several countries and a diverse client portfolio that includes both public and private organizations. Internationally, around 100 professionals work for Oxand.

Competencies

1. Customer-focused and commercial: You prioritize the customer, connect with clients, and build long-term relationships. You can quickly and effectively understand the customer’s needs and wishes, translate these into Oxand’s services, and devise appropriate solutions. You are customer-focused, but also commercially driven: you identify opportunities, capitalize on them, and thus maintain or expand your client’s workload.
2. Result-oriented: You strive for the best/optimal result for our clients. You proactively work to achieve the desired goals and don’t shy away from making decisions. When faced with setbacks, you don’t give up, but instead stay focused and persevere.
3. Persuasive: You communicate clearly and convincingly, both written and verbally. You feel responsible for the high-quality execution of your assignments and, with your enthusiasm and passion, ensure that this is known and supported by the client.
4. Independent: You are able to work independently, set goals, and shape and implement them. You take initiative and always think one step ahead.
5. Analytical: You can quickly understand complex issues, have a long-term vision, recognize problems and important information in a timely manner, and connect the dots.
6. Organizational Sensitivity: You can easily adapt and respond quickly to changes. You are politically correct when possible, but also clear and assertive when necessary.

Qualifications

• At least a higher professional education (HBO) work and thinking level
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience within the physical domain of infrastructure, public space, and/or real estate
• Experience in public infrastructure/public space and/or social real estate (e.g., with municipalities, Rijkswaterstaat, the Central Government Real Estate Agency, or provinces) is a plus
• Broad knowledge of asset management, project management, and/or change management
• Knowledge of asset management-related norms, standards, and methodologies such as ISO 55001, NEN2767, NEN8026, FMECA, RAMS, and LCC analyses is a plus
• Experience providing asset management training is a plus: providing training and facilitating methods related to, for example, asset management, systems engineering, asset management, risk management, Life Cycle Costing, and LTAP

What do we offer you?

• A challenging position (32-40 hours per week)
• Salary in the range of €4,500-€5,500, commensurate with your knowledge, education, and experience
• Holiday allowance
• Bonus scheme based on performance
• Flexible working hours, the option for hybrid working
• 25 vacation days per year and the option to purchase additional leave
• Training and development opportunities, tailored to your ambition
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Lease car with unlimited personal use (mileage, fuel/electricity, and domestic/international travel)
• Participation in a competitive pension plan
• Bicycle scheme
• Loyal and enthusiastic colleagues who are proactive
• Informal and collegial atmosphere where you’ll quickly feel at home
• Many perks and fun activities and outings
• Enjoyable Friday afternoon lunch and drinks
• Easily accessible office in Utrecht
• Always good coffee and snacks

Information and applications

Are you excited about this position? Then we invite you to apply or simply get acquainted over a cup of coffee or tea. Please email your interest, CV, and/or cover letter to ✉  [email protected]. For more information about this position, you can also contact Marleen Miellet 📞 +31 6 10531151.

For a glimpse of your new colleagues and the atmosphere, you can watch this video: Meet Oxand

We look forward to meeting you!