Robert van Os has been working at Pellikaan as a cost estimator in the German department for three years. Alongside his role at Pellikaan, he is also active as a teacher.

Robert teaches as part of a vocational study which focuses on obtaining the contractor’s diploma. “I teach subjects such as cost estimation and project acquisition. These classes take place on Tuesday evenings and usually run from September to the end of May.”

But that’s not all. Robert is also a teacher for a construction training institute, where he teaches “Site Manager Small-Scale Building Projects” and “Estimator/Planner Small-Scale Building Projects”. These courses are usually held once or twice a week on Wednesday or Thursday afternoons and evenings. “I’ve been doing this since 1992, and I still enjoy it immensely!”

In 1992, Robert was also running his own business. “I owned a cost estimation consultancy. We mainly focused on calculating costs for building projects, from residential developments to hospitals and office buildings. Additionally, we handled property handovers, organising pre-delivery and final inspections with the residents. I always found the personal contact with people to be incredibly rewarding.”

Unfortunately, the crisis in 2018 brought an end to his business. “I carried on by myself for a while, but it became too much for me. I eventually decided to return to an employed role. I already knew some people at Pellikaan, and from there, things moved quickly. Everything was arranged within a week.”

What Robert particularly appreciates at Pellikaan are his colleagues. “I really enjoy the openness and collaboration within Pellikaan. It feels great to achieve strong results together.”

Robert’s schedule is packed, but when he finds time, he likes to get on his bike and enjoys race cycling. He has also been active as a football coach for many years. “My children used to play football, and I was their team coach. Even after they decided to stop playing, I continued coaching.”

With his expertise, dedication, and enthusiasm, Robert is a valuable member of the Pellikaan team.