Who we are        

First Impression designs, develops and implements audiovisual concepts and solutions. We digitize spaces by combining digital signage and audiovisual technology with (interactive) content. This is how we connect people, moments and brands. We work with leading clients such as Basic-Fit, Rituals, Volvo, KPN, Jumbo and SPAR. With a team of over 220 experience experts, our AVenturers®, we put everything under the sign of experience. It’s all about experience.

Besides the unique projects, what makes First Impression truly unique is the culture. We have an open and flat organization, filled with professionals who work with great passion. There is plenty of room for personal responsibility and personal development.

We are proud of where we are but also have a sharp vision of the future that includes a great international ambition.

Your AVenture® as Director Project Management Office

In addition to the trust of wonderful clients, strong execution is of course essential. Our Project Management team plays an important central role in this. As Director Project Management Office, you will lead a team of 24 project managers with diverse expertise. From technical to creative, and from junior to senior. A diverse club of people who work with enormous passion on impactful client projects. These projects range from retail rollouts to experience projects. You ensure that the team flourishes and that everyone is in their place. You monitor structure and progress resulting in operational excellence. Project management is at the heart of our organization. You are part of the Daily Operations team where you work closely with the people responsible for Sales, Solution Design & Integration and Planning.

What you will do:

  • Inspiring leadership of a multidisciplinary team of project managers.
  • Coaches, challenges and helps team members grow, both substantively and personally.
  • Bears ultimate responsibility for the quality, turnaround time and budget of all client projects.
  • Turn strategic goals into clear and executable plans.
  • Brings “operational excellence” to a new level with the team.
  • Ensures optimal collaboration with connected teams such as Sales, Solution Design & Integration and Planning to collectively provide our customers with an excellent first impression and an excellent experience during the execution phase.
  • Helps build internationalization of our company.

It’s all about (your) experience

What you bring:

  • At least 5 years of experience leading projects and managing teams.
  • Experience in a technical, project driven organization where quick turnaround is the norm.
  • Background in AV, electrical engineering and/or retail (construction) are a big plus.
  • Coaching and visionary leadership where you provide direction and grow people.
  • Strong in providing structure without limiting space for own initiative.
  • Communicatively strong, strategically sharp and not afraid to make decisions.
  • Fluent in Dutch and English.

What we offer you

You will receive an excellent salary, fully aligned with your skills and added value. Our compensation model is based on this. After a few conversations, we can form a good picture of you and your value, allowing us to compensate you appropriately. Would you like an estimate in advance? Feel free to call us.      

In addition to an attractive salary, we offer the following benefits:

  • Vacation Days: enjoy 25 vacation days (for a 40-hour work week) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days annually.
  • Vacation pay: receive 8% vacation pay to make your vacation plans even more fun.
  • Lease car: a nice lease car that you can also drive privately.
  • Beneficial pension scheme: we contribute 50% of your pension premium, allowing you to enjoy your future carefree.
  • Personal development: through our First Academy, you will have the opportunity to shape your own growth path.
  • High-quality onboarding program: a comprehensive and structured onboarding program to give you a flying start, but most importantly, to make you feel at home quickly.
  • Flexible working hours: for a healthy work-life balance.
  • Focus on your vitality: twice a year we organize a First Fit Week to support and encourage your well-being.
  • Independence and input: work in a position with room for your ideas and suggestions for improvement.
  • Unique projects: work on extraordinary experiences for major clients and well-known brands with-in a close-knit team.
  • iPhone and laptop: top-quality equipment to help you do your work well.

Working at First Impression is not only a lot of fun, you get a lot in return. Our employees are truly our focus. We are not for nothing named Best Managed Company two years in a row with a special award for our corporate culture.