Team Lead Architectural Engineering – Preparation & Development

Basic Fit International B.V.; Hoofddorp; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GoodHabitz training

LinkedIn Learning access

Career opportunities

Gym access

Job summary

Basic-Fit is Europe’s leading value-for-money fitness brand. As Team Lead Architectural Engineering – Preparation & Development, you will lead a six-person team of designers and engineers, shaping club designs across Europe and ensuring standards meet local regulations.

You’ll work in an international environment, manage priorities, coach talent, and collaborate with BIM, Revit and AutoCAD expertise to deliver efficient, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Experience managing people in a technical environment.
• Solid understanding of architectural design, engineering and construction prep.
• Strong planning, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a six-person team of designers and engineers.
• Guide architectural layouts and technical documentation for new clubs, rebuilds and acquisitions.
• Develop and implement architectural standards across Europe.

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

BIM

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Basic-Fit

Basic-Fit is Europe's leader in the value-for-money fitness market, with more than 4.7 million members, 1,800+ owned clubs and 400+ franchise clubs in 6 countries. We are continuously growing and improving. If you're looking for a place where you can make an impact while having fun at work, you've come to the right place!

Your Role

Help shape the future of Europe's largest fitness chain! Within our International Property & Construction department, our daily business is much closer to that of a construction and development company than a traditional fitness organization. We develop, design and build clubs across Europe, with a strong focus on efficiency, standardization and continuous improvement. As Team Lead Architectural Engineering, you'll lead our Preparation & Development team of six designers and engineers. Together, you're responsible for the architectural and technical preparation of new clubs, rebuilds and acquisitions, and for the further development of our club standards. You'll work in an international environment with different projects and challenges, and you'll have the freedom to organize your team and bring your own ideas. That way, you make a real difference in how we prepare and develop our clubs across Europe.

Your tasks

• Team leadership & development Lead, coach and develop a team of six architectural designers and engineers with different levels of experience. Set clear priorities, divide responsibilities and manage the team's workload. Encourage ownership and support your team in making technical decisions independently. Help team members develop their skills and grow in their roles. Create a positive working environment where people work together, share knowledge and take responsibility.
• Technical preparation & development Guide the team in preparing architectural layouts and technical documentation for new clubs, rebuilds and acquisitions. Ensure designs meet Basic‑Fit standards, project requirements and applicable local regulations. Coordinate technical preparation and ensure projects are ready for execution. Work closely with the Execution team to ensure designs are practical, buildable and ready for construction. Identify technical risks and support the team in finding practical solutions. Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve project challenges.
• Standards & continuous improvement Lead the further development and implementation of our architectural and technical standards across Europe. Work closely with BIM Engineers and other specialists to improve our design and engineering processes. Use feedback from construction projects and operations to improve future club designs. Help improve efficiency, quality and consistency in the way we prepare and build our clubs. Translate departmental priorities into practical improvements together with your team.

Who are you?

You're a people-oriented leader with a solid technical background in architecture, engineering or construction. You genuinely enjoy managing people and helping them become better at what they do. You understand technical challenges, but don't feel the need to solve everything yourself. You're comfortable taking responsibility, setting priorities and making decisions, and you thrive in a fast-moving organization where plans sometimes change and not everything is defined in advance. You're practical, approachable and confident enough to challenge ideas when needed.

Additionally, we're looking for someone who has:

• A degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• Proven experience managing, coaching and developing people in a technical environment.
• A solid understanding of architectural design, technical engineering and construction preparation.
• Strong planning, communication and organizational skills.
• The ability to set priorities, make decisions and work independently.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Dutch or another European language is a plus.
• Willingness to travel occasionally across our European markets.
• Experience in commercial, retail or international construction, and familiarity with BIM, Revit, AutoCAD or similar software, are an advantage.

What do we offer you?

At Basic‑Fit, it's not just about work, it's about your growth. As a Team Lead Architectural Engineering – Preparation & Development, you'll have the freedom to make an impact and develop yourself in a dynamic environment.

What you can expect from us:

• Training & development: Unlimited access to GoodHabitz and LinkedIn Learning.
• Career opportunities: Plenty of room for growth, both professionally and personally.
• Enjoyment at work: An informal, international, and down-to-earth working atmosphere. Because we value collaboration, we work four days a week in the office and one day from home.
• Innovation: Your ideas contribute to strategic projects that are directly visible to millions of members.
• Salary: A gross monthly salary between €4,200 and €5,600 based on 40 hours, depending on your experience and background. Travel allowance, bike plan, health insurance discounts and remote work allowance.
• Sport: Access to our gym at head office.

About Basic‑Fit

Basic‑Fit is the European leader in the value-for-money fitness market, with more than 4.7 million members in 1,650+ clubs across 6 countries. We continue to grow and constantly improve. Are you looking for a place where you can make an impact and enjoy your work? Then you've come to the right place with us!

What makes us unique?

• Working with impact: What you do makes a difference. We work not only for, but with our members, partners, and teams.
• Collaboration: Everyone works together to achieve goals and celebrate successes.
• Diversity and inclusion: Everyone is welcome in our work environment.

Questions? Feel free to contact Yara at [e-mail].

We are the number one low-cost and high-value fitness brand in Europe. We are determined to make fitness accessible to everyone and a habit people love. Together with our orange squad, we deliver affordable fitness solutions at 1000+ clubs across Europe, to over 2 million members combining our straightforward membership model with top-notch fitness technologies. However, where we are today is just the beginning. In the next years, we aim to further professionalize and to continue our growth. We move like a scale-up, making use of our strong corporate backbone. Are you curious, entrepreneurial, practical, and do you have a playful demeanor? Basic‑Fit is the right place for you. Please feel invited to grow with us, to make an impact and to share our mission. Welcome to the Orange Family.