Architect

Archined; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days paid annual leave

Study and parental leave

Daily healthy lunch

Job summary

Powerhouse Company in Rotterdam is seeking an Architect to join our team and contribute from concept design through execution. You’ll deliver interior and architectural solutions within a collaborative team, applying strong design skills on national and international projects.

The ideal candidate has postgraduate design experience, proficiency in CAD/BIM tools, and excellent English and Dutch communication.

Qualifications

• Hold a professional degree in architecture.
• Postgraduate experience as a designer or architect, preferably with an internationally recognized firm.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite, SketchUp/Rhino and BIM; ArchiCAD is a plus.
• Knowledge of Dutch building regulations is advantageous.
• Proactive, flexible, and capable of managing multiple tasks in an international work environment.
• Hands-on, well-organized and able to handle internal and external communications in a highly professional manner.
• Advanced working proficiency in English and Dutch is required.
• Working eligibility in the Netherlands is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present design concepts through iterative models, diagrams, architectural drawings and renderings.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders throughout the design and development phases.
• Research and develop innovative environments including concepts, design development and detail design.
• Prepare comprehensive technical drawing packages and associated documents under the guidance of senior designers.
• Assist senior designers with reviewing and approving design drawings and construction documents.
• Attend design team meetings and reviews, on and off site as needed.
• Liaise with outside suppliers, contractors, craftsmen and specialists (primarily in Dutch).

Skills

Communication skills

English & Dutch fluency

Proactive & flexible

Education

Professional degree in architecture

Tools

Adobe Suite

SketchUp/Rhino

BIM

ArchiCAD (plus)

Job description

At Powerhouse Company, we design buildings that work for people, cities and the future. Our projects combine strong spatial ideas with functionality, sustainability and long-term value.

Join Powerhouse Company as one of our architects and help shape the future of innovative, sustainable and meaningful design.

We are seeking an Architect who combines technical expertise with a passion for architectural design. Based at the climate-resilient Floating Office Rotterdam – the world’s largest floating office building, offering breathtaking views of the Rotterdam Harbor – you’ll have the chance to make an impact by contributing to both national and international projects.

The ideal candidate possesses an exceptional eye for interior and architectural design and is eager to contribute conceptual ideas while staying curious about the journey from design to construction.

Our portfolio ranges from public buildings and residential and urban developments to high-end villas, future-proof workplaces and sustainable timber projects. From the renovation of the Central Library Rotterdam and the development of RISE to Valckensteyn, the Marga Klompé Building and Floating Office Rotterdam. Projects in which architecture plays an active role in shaping the future of our cities and built environment.

Role

As an Architect at Powerhouse Company, you contribute to projects from concept design through to the execution phase. Working collaboratively with a team, you deliver high-quality interior and architectural solutions, showcasing exceptional design skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present design concepts through iterative models, diagrams, architectural drawings and renderings;
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders throughout the design and development phases;
• Research and develop innovative environments including concepts, design development and detail design;
• Prepare comprehensive technical drawing packages and associated documents under the guidance of senior designers;
• Assist senior designers with reviewing and approving design drawings and construction documents;
• Attend design team meetings and reviews, on and off site as needed;
• Liaise with outside suppliers, contractors, craftsmen and specialists (primarily in Dutch).

Requirements

• Hold a professional degree in architecture;
• Postgraduate experience as a designer or architect, preferably with an internationally recognized firm;
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite, SketchUp/Rhino and BIM, proficiency in ArchiCad is a plus;
• Knowledge of Dutch building regulations is advantageous;
• Proactive, flexible, and capable of managing multiple tasks in an international work environment;
• Hands‑on, well‑organized and able to handle internal and external communications in a highly professional manner;
• Advanced working proficiency in English and Dutch is required;
• Working eligibility in the Netherlands is preferred.

What we offer

At Powerhouse Company, we nurture bright and driven minds, pushing the boundaries of architecture through vast and pioneering projects. Passion and creativity are at the core of everything we do, influencing our dynamic approaches and innovative outcomes. Our environment is not just dynamic—it’s transformative, offering you a place to grow and contribute to something significant. With offices in Rotterdam, Munich, and Oslo, we are a comprehensive architecture and design firm that manages every phase of the design process from concept to construction.

We prioritize work-life balance and cultivate an open-minded culture that values each individual. Our competitive compensation package includes 30 days of paid annual leave, provisions for study and parental leave, and a daily healthy lunch to keep our employees energized. Our community thrives through engaging social activities, including frizzling beer Fridays, summer barbecues, unforgettable Christmas parties, and various sports teams—from yoga to football and cycling. At Powerhouse Company, we embrace equality and are dedicated to provide an inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness, regardless of gender, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

This is a full-time position based in our Rotterdam office.