urban designer

Groningen

De Zwarte Hond is a design agency with approximately 120 employees, operating from offices in Groningen, Rotterdam, Berlin and Cologne. With expertise in architecture, urban design and strategy, we add value to every assignment and to every urban and regional context, working in multidisciplinary teams. Our portfolio is diverse and spans all scales: from material to city, from residential complex to neighbourhood, from broad-based schools to campuses, from theatres to city centres, from offices to work landscapes, and from transport hubs to urban regions. Our projects range from research to realisation.

Through a combination of social engagement and design craftsmanship, we contribute to making the Netherlands and neighbouring countries better and more beautiful. We design and advise at all scales, from regional planning to interior design. Both in urban design and architecture, we match the quality of the leading Dutch practices, while our ambition reaches further: we aim to continue growing within the (inter)national market.

Are you a talented and driven urban designer ready to take the next step in your career? Then we are looking for you for our Groningen office.

Profile – urban designer

Our future urban designer has the following competencies and qualities:

  • A completed degree in Urban Design (MSc) from a Technical University or Academy of Architecture, or equivalent, with an affinity for architecture
  • At least 3 years of relevant professional experience
  • Strong conceptual thinking skills and the ability to contribute design ideas
  • Ability to think across all scales, from regional visions to the design of public space
  • Assertive, proactive and communicatively strong
  • Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team
  • Proficient in software such as Vectorworks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
  • Excellent command of the English language; knowledge of Dutch and/or German is an advantage

What we offer

  • A dynamic and creative working environment
  • Plenty of opportunities to take initiative and further develop yourself
  • Engaged colleagues and a professional, ambitious team
  • Competitive salary and pension scheme in accordance with the collective labour agreement (CAO)
  • An office located in the centre of Groningen
  • A diverse and inclusive company with over 15 nationalities
  • Informal social events, office drinks and excursions

Do you recognise yourself in this profile? We would love to hear from you. In your motivation letter (maximum 1 A4), please explain why you are a good fit for this position. Send your letter, a concise CV and portfolio (all in PDF format) to Leonie van der Veen via jobs@dezwartehond.nl. We look forward to receiving your application.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.