Joris Billen

Meet Joris, the manager of the Project Office office in Beringen.
With his extensive experience as a technical specialist , Joris has a keen eye for detail and knows exactly how to design, build, and maintain modular units tailored to the customer.

In his free time, you can often find Joris outdoors or in nature, as tennis, fishing, and skiing are completely his thing. Together with his family, he enjoys dining out to try new dishes and cooking styles. Despite his busy schedule, Joris always makes time for his hobbies and family. He is also continually looking for new challenges and experiences.

How would you describe your role as project office manager / technical specialist in modular construction?

As a technical specialist in modular construction, I not only need to advise and support our clients on a technical level but also ensure that our products and services meet all requirements and specifications.

I work closely with our sales team, which gives me a better understanding of what our clients really want and how I can provide them with the right solutions. Additionally, I stay in close contact with our production and installation teams. Only through this approach can our modular units meet the highest quality and safety standards.

How would your colleagues describe you?

I am easy to get along with and always remain calm, even in stressful situations.
Moreover, I always try to consider everyone's schedule when setting the timing for a project, which my colleagues really appreciate.

When is your workday really successful?

That depends on various aspects, but let's say I like to refer back to the registered trademarks 'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People'.
In his eponymous book, Stephen R. Covey describes the principles of effective self-leadership, influence, collaboration, and improvement.

Property 1: Be proactive
Property 2: Start with the end in mind
Property 3: Important things first
Property 4: Think win-win
Property 5: First seek to understand ... then to be understood
Property 6: Synergy
Property 7: Sharpen the saw

Imagine you could change jobs for a day. Which department would you like to work in?

If I could change jobs for one day, I would like to work as an external sales representative. Spending a day in their shoes could give me a good insight into the different steps of the sales process and the customer experience, especially how the sales colleagues perceive this.

What aspects do they pay attention to when preparing their sales pitch? How do they feel which products are best to suggest to certain customers? These are all very interesting aspects of the job. Moreover, this direct customer contact could only give my communication and social skills an extra boost.

This experience would only strengthen the team spirit and collaboration between the technical and sales teams. We all work together towards one goal: ‘Creating smart spaces where people can live, work, and learn’.

How does Algeco distinguish itself from other companies involved in modular construction, in your opinion?

Algeco is a leader in modular construction. What sets us apart from the rest is our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service. We have a team of highly competent and experienced professionals who go above and beyond every day to provide our customers with the best possible solutions.

Moreover, we offer a wide range of modular units and personalized solutions with our additional 360° Services. We fully customize our units to meet the client's needs, targeting various sectors such as industry, construction, events, offices, education, retail, government, and public administrations.

What do you enjoy most about your job at Algeco?

The best part of my job at Algeco is that I am part of a dynamically and innovative team that leads the way in modular construction. My creativity is constantly challenged. I have to always look for ways to respond to the wants and needs of our customers, as they change regularly. The team spirit and collaboration within Algeco is a strength; everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and expertise with the group. One for all, all for one... let’s go for it!

Finally, I am proud to be part of a company that is committed to sustainability and reducing our impact on the environment through our products and processes. Our long-term focus on sustainability and ESG includes minimizing carbon emissions for our customers and our Group, and managing our material risks and opportunities.

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