Outstanding skilled workers for facade technology, scaffolding and structural work 

In the construction industry, craftsmanship and good staff are essential to the success of projects. Temporary employment agency Flexbouwers helps its clients find real skilled workers in the roof and facade technology, scaffolding and structural work. Daan van Dijk, responsible for sales at Flexbouwers, explains what makes the agency unique and how its skilled workers are deployed in high-profile projects such as the Dreeftoren in Amsterdam.

Flexbuilders was founded three years ago with a clear mission: to match skilled workers with the right clients. The company brings clients and professionals together so that construction projects can be delivered on time. In this way, Flexbouwers helps clients achieve their growth objectives. In addition, Flexbouwers supports skilled workers in their personal growth as construction professionals. "We want to be the best boy in the class," says Van Dijk. "That starts with being a good employer and ends with satisfied clients. Unfortunately, being a good employer is not yet a given in our industry. This is where we often distinguish ourselves from our competitors." 

Flexbouwers works with a compact team of eight colleagues and serves a variety of clients: from roof and facade engineering to solar panels, carpentry and scaffolding. "Most projects are within non-residential construction. But we always find a suitable fitter for every job. We work with employees from all over Europe. This allows us to help our clients quickly, offer continuity on the schedule and together we realize the most challenging projects." 

Van Dijk emphasizes that quality always comes first. Employees are carefully screened and have the necessary certifications, such as VCA, GPI or scaffold construction and aerial platform certificates. In addition, Flexbouwers arranges SNF-certified housing close to the work site, personal protective equipment and professional battery-powered tools. "We also arrange administrative matters such as registrations in systems like Construction Pass, Projextbox or Construction Site Check-in. We take care of all peripheral matters so that our skilled workers can start work immediately and with confidence. That too is being a good employer. The safety of our skilled workers is ultimately the most important thing." 

From application to placement: a smooth process

What makes working with Flexbuilders special is the personal approach. With each new request, the team first fully maps out the project and client needs. What work, knowledge and skills are needed? What type of project is involved? Thanks to their technical background, Van Dijk and his colleagues know exactly which candidates are suitable. "We all have an affinity with construction and a background in the staffing industry. Therefore, we know what it takes to match the right skilled workers to the right projects."

Flexbuilders has a large network of skilled workers and moves quickly when new workers are needed. "We screen thoroughly, ask the right questions and check references," Van Dijk explains. After the start, involvement remains high. On the first working day, the company's own project coordinator always starts up with us. After that, he regularly visits the construction site to monitor progress and shift gears quickly when necessary. "That way we know what's going on and can make timely adjustments where necessary. With employees as well as clients." 

Dreeftoren in Amsterdam

A project that perfectly illustrates Flexbouwers' craftsmanship is the Dreeftoren in Amsterdam. This iconic building, located opposite the Johan Cruijff ArenA, is getting an impressive curtain wall of glass. "It is a technical tour de force," says Van Dijk. "With such a large project, it comes down to precision. A few millimeters of deviation can have enormous consequences for insulation and water and wind tightness, for example."

The facade builder, one of Flexbouwers' regular clients, is supplied with the necessary experienced mechanics who are up to the challenge. "This kind of job shows our worth. It's great to be involved in such a prestigious project. We are proud that we can contribute to the solution of the large personnel shortage in construction and the housing crisis," Van Dijk said.

Honest and pragmatic

In addition to high-profile projects like the Dreeftoren, Flexbouwers supports diverse construction projects throughout the country. From data centers in Eemshaven to residential towers in Maastricht: Flexbouwers ensures that personnel are housed close to the site and arranges everything needed to get started as quickly as possible. This practical approach makes Flexbouwers a reliable partner for both short and long-term assignments. "We are pragmatic and incisive. We work in a limited number of niches, such as facade technology and scaffolding construction, but what we do, we do really well," Van Dijk summarizes. "For every niche we work in, we simply have good fitters. We are the flexible shell of our clients, because we give the honest story and switch quickly."