Van der Heijden Projectontwikkeling, associated with Van der Heijden Bouw en Ontwikkeling, is a family-run Dutch construction and development company operating primarily in the southern Netherlands, with historic ties to the village of Schaijk. The business traces its roots back over four generations, with leadership passing from Arno and Herbert van der Heijden to a management team led by Emiel Bongers (general director), Ferry Verstappen (commercial director), and Bart Kuppen (financial director) since 2018. Their operational model has shifted over time toward a self-steering, self-organising approach.
The company specializes in a broad spectrum of real estate development projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, education, and healthcare buildings. Notable examples range from logistics centers and data centers—such as a datacenter project in Amsterdam delivered between 2015 and 2018—to the transformation of municipal buildings, police stations, and event venues. Sustainability plays a significant role in their portfolio, as evidenced by multiple projects achieving BREEAM certification, notably in bank buildings and distribution centers.
Recent expansions include a second office in Breda, established in 2022 to improve regional client service capacity. The organization’s footprint is marked by its pragmatic approach and ability to deliver technically demanding projects on strict schedules. The company employs a combination of heritage-led management and modern business learning in its efforts to maintain controlled growth and continuity. Numbers indicate large-scale involvement, with some projects exceeding 30,000 square meters in built area. Van der Heijden Projectontwikkeling continues to focus on exceeding client expectations and retaining a stable, motivated workforce.