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15 oktober 2025
Powerhouse Company

Powerhouse Company zoekt een Business Developer

Rotterdam
32/40 uur per week

Vereiste ervaring

3 jaar

Opleidingsniveau

WO / MBA

Standplaats

Rotterdam

Aantal uur / periode

32/40 uur per week

Salarisindicatie

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Powerhouse Company zoekt een Business Developer

Join Powerhouse Company as our Business Developer and play a crucial role in expanding our brand’s international presence!

A selection of our iconic projects includes the new Library in Rotterdam, Rise – the tallest tower in the Netherlands, timber constructions such as the Marga Klompé Building and Valckensteyn, and a range of high-end villas. In all our work, we strive to make a positive environmental impact. 

Based at the climate-resilient Floating Office Rotterdam – the world’s largest floating office building, offering breathtaking views of the Rotterdam Harbor – you will be at the forefront of our strategic market expansion efforts.

About the job

As a strategic and visionary Business Developer with strong leadership skills, exceptional talent in communication and an energetic go-getter mentality you will help drive our office's international expansion. An ever-curious mindset should motivate you to connect our portfolio with new clients, new partnerships and new opportunities.

The ideal candidate will link the outside world to our work by recognizing and identifying new trends and striving to be behind the curve. Persuasiveness is key to tap into the untapped. You’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, storytelling and client engagement and play a key role in acquisition - spotting opportunities, opening doors, and securing new projects that align with our creative and global ambitions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement business development strategies in close collaboration with our management and PR team
  • Identify new leads, partnerships and project opportunities in targeted markets
  • Maintain and expand relationships with clients and key stakeholders
  • Create high-quality pitch materials, tailored proposals, and responses to RFQs/RFPs
  • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support positioning
  • Represent Powerhouse Company at meetings, conferences and industry events
  • Support the preparation of fee proposals, project timelines and scopes
Dit is wie je bent
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Architecture, or a related field
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably within an international setting
  • Strong understanding of A/E/C industry best practices and an established industry network
  • Proven expertise in prospecting and developing new business, with a solid ability to convert prospects into clients
  • Advanced proficiency in English and/or Dutch; additional languages like German or Norwegian are a plus
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and a charismatic personality
  • An existing network of relevant contacts in Europe and beyond is a plus
  • Proactive, well-organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Flexible and adept at prioritizing and multitasking in an international environment
  • Immediate availability and working eligibility in the Netherlands
Dit is wat je krijgt

At Powerhouse Company, we nurture bright and driven minds, pushing the boundaries of architecture through vast and pioneering projects. The field you manage to expand is yours to explore! Passion and creativity drive us forward whilst curiosity and knowhow is how we get things done. 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.  

Ready to shape the future of architecture? Apply now by submitting your resume and a cover letter highlighting your unique qualifications. We look forward to building great things together!

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