Jet Merkx
About Jet Merkx
Jet Merkx is a Junior Project Manager at Arup in Amsterdam, with a diverse background in engineering and project management, and international experience in Australia and the Netherlands.
Current Role at Arup
Jet Merkx currently serves as a Junior Project Manager at Arup. Since joining the company in 2020, he has been based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. His role involves managing projects and ensuring they are executed efficiently.
Past Professional Experience
Before his current role at Arup, Jet Merkx amassed a diverse range of experiences. He worked at Winslow Constructors Pty Ltd in Melbourne, Australia, initially as a Graduate Engineer for 5 months in 2019, and subsequently as a Site Engineer for 9 months from 2019 to 2020. In 2018, he was a Graduate Research Intern at Royal HaskoningDHV in Rotterdam Area, Netherlands. His earlier roles include Student Recruiter at Boer & Croon (2016-2017), Director of Acquisition & Marketing at De UitzendStudent (2014-2015), Security Guard at Schuberg Philis (2013-2017), and Editor at ScalaMedia (2008-2011).
Educational Background
Jet Merkx's educational background is rooted in engineering. He holds a Master of Science (MSc) from Delft University of Technology, completed between 2016 and 2018. Additionally, he earned a Master's degree in Planning and Management in Civil Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) during the academic year 2017-2018. Earlier, he completed his Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Premaster at Delft University of Technology from 2011 to 2015. His foundational education was at Baudartius College in Zutphen, Netherlands, where he completed his secondary school education from 2005 to 2011.
Industry Experience in Australia
Jet Merkx's professional journey includes significant experience in the construction industry in Australia. He worked with Winslow Constructors Pty Ltd in Melbourne, where he contributed as a Graduate Engineer and later as a Site Engineer. These roles allowed him to gain practical experience and insights into the construction industry in an international context before transitioning to his current position at Arup.
Professional Work Abroad
Jet Merkx has garnered international work experience which enriches his professional profile. Besides his tenure in Australia, he completed a Graduate Research Internship at Royal HaskoningDHV in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This blend of domestic and international experience positions him well for managing projects with a global perspective. His move to an international environment early in his career showcases flexibility and adaptability.