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We're setting a new standard in the construction industry. By working smartly and optimizing every aspect of the process, we make high-quality, designer homes accessible to everyone. Over the past three years, we've developed a standardized construction system that allows us to create energy-efficient apartment buildings up to five stories high. We focus primarily on government contracts and large-scale projects.

Do you see yourself contributing to this story? Do you want to help shape the future of living in Belgium and be part of a winning revolution? Then we're looking for you as an architect/project coordinator.

what are your tasks?

• Together with the client, you'll discuss the best possible layout for the project and visualize it as clearly as possible.
• You'll create visual representations and refine projects in SketchUp and AutoCAD, focusing on various projects and their associated floor plans.
• You'll coordinate the projects internally.
• You'll oversee the projects internally between our various departments.
• You coordinate public tender projects from start to finish, evaluate the files, monitor the schedule, and submit proposals.
• You supervise external architects during tenders up to and including the environmental permit process.
• You contribute to the (further) development of our multi-storey building concepts in the architectural field.

who is our ideal candidate?

• You are proficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp for developing preliminary designs.
• Knowledge of Photoshop and/or Illustrator is a plus.
• You have a technical background with knowledge of construction and architecture.
• You are flexible and feel comfortable in a rapidly growing company. Change doesn't scare you; on the contrary: you actively contribute ideas and propose your own ideas or optimizations.
• Tight deadlines motivate you rather than deter you.
• You are a true team player but can also take responsibility independently.
• You have a hands-on mentality, a positive attitude, and an entrepreneurial spirit: you roll up your sleeves to create something great.
• Experience with Belgian tenders is a plus.
• Knowledge of the VMSW guidelines is a plus.
• An affinity for modular and prefabricated construction is a plus.

Motivated recent graduates or candidates with limited experience are also more than welcome. We are specifically looking for a junior candidate who can grow with us.

As Business Development Manager at Skilpod, you will play a key role in our expansion. You will help put our innovative approach to modular construction projects on the map in Belgium.

In this role, you will be responsible for expanding and maintaining our network within the social housing and private development market. You will combine the skills of a hunter and a farmer: you will establish new contacts and expand existing relationships. You will monitor market developments, negotiate contracts and play a crucial role in the further growth of Skilpod.

what are your tasks?

• Networking and acquisition: actively develop partnerships with housing companies, local authorities and project developers;
• Relationship management: maintaining and expanding existing contacts;
• Presentations and events: giving presentations to groups and proactively participating in network meetings and events;
• Negotiations and contract management: drafting and discussing contracts and pricing clauses;
• Market research: analysing market developments and identifying growth opportunities;
• Internal communication: translating clients' wishes internally and vice versa;
• Project handover: after closing deals, brief the project team and ensure a smooth handover.

who is our ideal candidate?

• Minimum 10 years' experience in the construction industry (through training or experience);
• Strong commercial skills;
• Proactive mindset: you see opportunities and seize them, even without others pointing them out;
• Fluent personality and strong negotiation skills;
• Flexibility: open to (evening) networking and attending inspiring events;
• You are flexible and can cope with the changes inherent in a company in full growth, more so, you are not afraid to suggest ideas and optimisations to your colleagues yourself;
• ++ Experience in the public market and contacts within social housing are a big plus;
• ++ Affinity with modular, prefabricated construction is a plus.

Do you love wood? So do we!

Wood is at the heart of every Skilpod, so it goes without saying that we always need talented carpenters. Your skills are important throughout the entire process, from structural work to completion. Join us in the construction revolution!

who is our ideal candidate?

• Our mission appeals to you and you'd love to join that revolution
• You have a high sense of responsibility and only want to deliver products you're really proud of
• You're not afraid to share your ideas if you think things can be done in a way that's better, safer, more efficient...
• You're trained and/or have a few years of experience as a carpenter
• You can read technical plans and can measure accurately
• Your Dutch and English are good enough to communicate with your colleagues

You can build a home in one day!

Skilpod is a construction company with an unusual way of working: we build timber frame homes in our workshop, transport them to the building lot and install the home in a single day. We need handy people that can work with precision to execute this installation.

You don't have any experience doing this? That's no problem. In the first few weeks, we'll let you work in a team that knows are the tricks of the trade and can teach you all you need to know. If you are a jack-of-all-trades, you will quickly be able to build homes in a single day.

Does that sound appealing? Apply now!

who is our ideal candidate?

• Our mission appeals to you and you'd love to join that revolution
• You have a high sense of responsibility and only want to deliver products you're really proud of
• You're not afraid to share your ideas if you think things can be done in a way that's better, safer, more efficient...
• You're trained in or have a few years of experience in (timber frame) construction.
• You can read technical plans and can measure accurately
• Your Dutch and English are good enough to communicate with your colleagues

Are you studying something that's relevant for Skilpod? Would you like an internship in our band of revolutionaries? Drop us a message and we'll see if we can find an inspiring project for you to work on.