Planning Advisor – National Signage Service 260423-HKO-001

Planning Advisor National Signage Service (NBd)

Location: Utrecht Netherlands
Client: Rijkswaterstaat
Contract Type: Project-based (Extension possible: up to 12 months)
Experience Level: JuniorMid (2 years)

About the Role

Join the National Signage Service (NBd)a unique collaboration of over 360 public road authorities across the Netherlandsand help shape the way millions of people navigate the country every day.

As a Planning Advisor youll play a key role in designing and advising on signage systems that ensure road usersdrivers and cyclists alikereach their destinations safely efficiently and intuitively.

Your Impact

You will be responsible for developing signage plans that are not only technically sound but also legally compliant and aligned with national standards. Your work directly contributes to a coherent uniform and reliable signage network across the Netherlands.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop signage plans including routing destination and wayfinding strategies
• Conduct intake sessions with road authorities (municipalities provinces Rijkswaterstaat)
• Translate requirements into legally compliant signage plans
• Estimate and manage project costs timelines and scope
• Collaborate with internal teams (Work Planners Project Coordinators) on feasibility
• Coordinate with external stakeholders and ensure alignment throughout the process
• Deliver finalized plans for formal adoption by the Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management
• Document agreements and maintain accurate project records

What You Bring

• Minimum 2 years experience in drafting signage routing or destination plans (cars and/or bicycles)
• Bachelors degree (HBO level) in Traffic Engineering Urban Planning or similar
• Strong understanding of planning organization and project coordination
• Excellent Dutch communication skills (mandatory)
• Customer-focused mindset with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of CROW guidelines and the Road Traffic Act

Preferred Experience

• Experience with AutoCAD and similar design tools
• Familiarity with systems such as Isah and Meridian
• Ability to contribute to process improvements and innovation

Core Competencies

• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Structured organized and detail-oriented
• Proactive and results-driven
• Analytical with a practical solution-focused mindset
• Collaborative team player with a high level of ownership

Work Environment

• Based in Utrecht with a collaborative team-oriented culture
• Supportive environment with knowledge sharing and continuous learning
• Hybrid working possibilities
• Opportunity to work on projects with nationwide impact

Important Application Guidelines

Please ensure full compliance before applying:

• No freelancers/self-employed professionals (ZZP/BV)
• CV must be submitted in PDF format with full name and place of residence
• No personal data or photos (GDPR compliant)
• Include candidate email address in the cover letter
• Candidates must meet all mandatory requirements
• Minimum 1-month notice period applies in case of early termination

Why Join Rijkswaterstaat

Be part of an organization that keeps the Netherlands moving. Your work will directly contribute to road safety accessibility and smart mobility solutions used by millions every day.