Foundation for successful construction projects

Get the right skilled workers fast, without surprises and risks

The demand for good skilled workers in the construction industry is high. Projects are delayed due to a shortage of specialists. At the same time, strict regulations are making the hiring of personnel increasingly complex. Flexbouwers Groep employment agency offers a solution for this and helps clients quickly find the right skilled workers in roofing and facade technology, demolition, carpentry, scaffolding and structural work. It also takes the entire administrative burden off their hands. “No surprises, no risks. That's what we stand for,” emphasizes Daan van Dijk, responsible for sales at Flexbouwers.

Flexbuilders was founded in 2022 with a clear mission: to quickly match the right skilled workers with the right clients. The company brings clients and professionals together so that construction projects can be completed properly and on time. “We have an experienced pool of an average of 120-130 skilled workers in roof and facade technology, demolition, carpentry, scaffolding and structural work. Depending on demand, they can often get into projects the very next day,” Van Dijk says. “If we really need to search, clients can rely on a search time of about a week.”

A specialized team

What makes working with Flexbuilders special is the precise approach. The internal team consists of ten employees, all of whom have an affinity for construction and a background in the staffing industry. As a result, the lines of communication are good and short. “We work with two sales staff, four recruiters and specialized staff for housing, transportation and tools, administration and finance,” Van Dijk says. “In addition, we have an experienced project coordinator, who starts up with us on an employee's first working day. He also regularly visits all project sites to monitor progress. Is all the work going according to plan? And are tools still needed, for example? Is the personal protective equipment being worn? And are both employee and customer satisfied?”

Quality of work and skilled workers

Projects that perfectly illustrate Flexbouwers“ craftsmanship include the Dreeftoren in Amsterdam, the new Police Unity Office in The Hague and the transformation of the former V&D department store in Maastricht. Flexbouwers was also involved in the realization of Pearl in the Polder in Stolwijk. ‘Because we focus on ’just” a few fields, we can search and recruit skilled workers in a very targeted way,“ Van Dijk said. ”Our sales staff can also approach and serve clients very specifically. For example, in facade construction. We have about 70-80 experienced facade mechanics, who carry out assignments for about 20-25 loyal clients. As a result, we know very well which personnel requirements these facade companies are currently facing, which facade fitters are appropriate and which tools and certifications are needed. In short: how we can keep quality high. The same applies to our other areas of expertise."

Well regulated

Van Dijk emphasizes that quality always comes first. “We screen thoroughly, ask the right questions and check references. In addition, all our skilled workers have the necessary certifications, such as VCA, GPI or scaffolding and aerial platform certificates. We arrange good and SNF-certified accommodation close to the work site, personal protective equipment and professional battery-powered tools. But also all administrative matters. 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, in our opinion. The safety of our skilled workers is ultimately the most important thing.” 

Strict rules, tight organization and no risks

The construction industry has strict rules around staffing and hiring, Van Dijk knows. “From certifications to payroll administration: everything must be legally watertight. A good development, but unfortunately we still too often see cheating in this. This is not only to the detriment of the temporary workers, but can also have financial consequences for the companies that hire them.” Flexbuilders therefore takes a different approach. “As an organization, we want to be the best boy in the class. That is why we are affiliated with trade association NBBU and certified for payroll (SNA) and accommodation (SNF). We also meet VCU safety standards, which means clients can be confident that everything is right from A to Z. Whether it's certification, WKA statements, invoicing with a G account or entries in systems such as Construction Pass, Projectbox and Construction Site Check-in: we make sure it's taken care of.” That administrative certainty makes Flexbouwers a reliable partner in a constantly changing industry. “Laws and regulations are always changing,” Van Dijk emphasizes. “Think of the DBA Act and the upcoming Wtta. It is therefore becoming increasingly important to have your affairs in really good order. Both for the continuity of our company and for our clients. We are committed to this every day.”