Architectural Engineer

About the Role

Basic-Fit is looking for an Architectural Engineer to join our international Property team. In this role, you will work across the entire process of building new clubs and renovating existing ones — from design development and standardization to on-site execution and quality assurance. With more than 1,600 clubs across Europe and hundreds of new builds, renovations, and rebranding projects each year, you will have a direct impact on the evolution and performance of our clubs network. This position combines technical design expertise, process optimization, and hands-on construction coordination. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and international teams to ensure our clubs are designed, built, and renovated to the highest standard.

What You Will Do

Design & Development

• Contribute to the development and standardization of design concepts and construction processes across countries.
• Design and review club layouts and propose improvements for functionality and member experience.
• Provide architectural and technical advice on materials, layouts, acoustics, and technical installations.
• Support the optimization of renovation workflows.
• Collaborate with BIM specialists to integrate BIM into project development.
• Work closely with concept developers, calculators, and internal stakeholders.

Construction & Execution

• Act as a key point of contact for general contractors and suppliers, ensuring smooth project preparation and execution.
• Follow up and support contractors on permitting processes, ensuring the correct start of the construction works.
• Monitor construction progress, assess delivered clubs, and ensure compliance with Basic-Fit quality guidelines and standards.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure contractors follow the latest design and execution guidelines.
• Conduct site visits during construction and at delivery to address issues and propose solutions.
• Support maintenance and corrective works with technical and architectural input.
• Ensure alignment of works with budget forecasts and planning.

Who You Are

You are an organized, proactive, and solution-oriented construction professional who has an eye for design development and practical execution. You enjoy being part of a dynamic international environment and feel comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and projects.

You bring:

• A degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 3–5+ years of experience in construction, ideally in retail environments.
• Strong communication skills in English; Spanish, French, Dutch or German is an advantage.
• Experience in technical design and construction coordination.
• Knowledge of BIM is a plus.
• Flexibility to travel regularly across Europe.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with other teams and stakeholders.

What We Offer You

At Basic-Fit, it’s not just about work, it’s about your growth. As a member of our team, you’ll have the freedom to make an impact and develop yourself in a dynamic environment.

What you can expect from us:

• Learning & Development: Unlimited access to GoodHabitz and LinkedIn Learning.
• Career Growth: Plenty of opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Work Culture: An informal, international, and down-to-earth environment. We value working together, so we work 4 days in the office, 1 day from home.
• Innovation: Your ideas contribute to strategic projects.
• Perks & Benefits: Travel allowance, bike plan, health insurance discounts, remote work allowance, and a pension plan (52% contribution by Basic-Fit).
• Fitness: Access to our gym at HQ.

About Basic-Fit

Basic-Fit is Europe’s largest low-cost, high-value fitness chain, with more than 4 million members across 1,600+ clubs. 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!

What Makes Us Unique?

• Work with Impact: What you do makes a difference. We don’t just work for our members, partners, and teams—we work with them.
• Collaboration: Everyone works together to achieve goals and celebrate success.

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.

Questions? Feel free to contact Kerensa at kerensa.vanderlans@basic-fit.com.