About Us

Join us at BEAT81, a pioneer in the fitness industry, where innovation meets impactful fitness solutions. We're a rapidly growing startup dedicated to revolutionising how people achieve their fitness goals through technology and group fitness experiences. We thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are looking for an entrepreneurial-minded candidate to join our team.

About the Role
As an Inhouse Architect at BEAT81, you’ll lead architectural projects from concept to execution, ensuring each project meets our standards for brand quality, user satisfaction, and compliance with German construction standards. You’ll be instrumental in the entire architectural process, collaborating closely with draftsmen for initial designs, assessing potential spaces, finalising studio designs and customer flows, and working with the expansion team to deliver functional, inspiring studio spaces across Germany.

In this position, you will be playing a vital role in expanding our studio portfolio and making sure these projects are successful. You’ll conduct site visits, manage external partners, and oversee that each project remains true to the BEAT81 brand while adhering to technical requirements, industry standards and the design playbook you oversee. This position requires a balance of creativity and technical expertise to create spaces that are both impactful and practical.

Your Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee architectural projects through all development stages, from preliminary design to execution, ensuring alignment with internal and external standards

• Collaborative Design: Work closely with draftsmen on initial concepts, ensuring designs meet brand and functional requirements

• Construction Oversight: Conduct regular construction visits across Germany to ensure design accuracy, quality control, and effective execution.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Foster strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration at each project phase.

• Standards and Compliance: Maintain compliance with local building codes, zoning laws, and environmental regulations throughout all stages of the project in collaboration with our expansion team

• Quality Assurance: Ensure each project is delivered with exceptional quality and functionality, balancing aesthetic appeal with user-centered design.

Who You Are

Profile

• Experienced Architect: You have proven experience in architectural design, with a strong foundation in technical and conceptual planning across all project stages.

• Detail-Oriented: Your meticulous attention to detail ensures accuracy in designs, meeting both regulatory and company standards.

• Adaptable and Solution-Oriented: You can balance design vision with practical needs, adapting quickly to challenges with creative solutions.

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English and German (C1 level or higher), enabling clear, effective communication with diverse stakeholders.

• Willingness to Travel: You are open to travelling across Germany as needed for site visits and project coordination.

Competencies

• Architectural Expertise: Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD or ArchiCAD, with knowledge of building codes and zoning regulations.

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and promote a positive, productive culture.

• Project Management: Skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery.

• Effective Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills, facilitating seamless collaboration with clients, team members, and external partners.

• Analytical Problem Solver: You have a talent for addressing design challenges creatively and analytically, finding efficient solutions under pressure.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in a high-growth company, helping shape our studio environments across Germany. If you’re passionate about creating exceptional, innovative spaces and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to meet you!