VACANCY: timber construction project developer

Turn your job into something NICE.

NICE is immediately seeking a medior/senior project developer who wants to contribute to affordable, biobased, and nature-inclusive residential neighborhoods.

About NICE

As a socially responsible project developer, NICE Developers on developing projects that contribute to a better world. Based on five shared values—CO₂ reduction, social inclusion, biodiversity, circularity—we create iconic, biobased, and nature-inclusive buildings that have a positive impact on existing neighborhoods, people, and the climate. SAWA—the first circular wooden residential building measuring 50 meters—was completed this year and proves that it can be done.

NICE Developers a so-called "scale-up" with experienced and passionate timber construction developers. We work closely with Mei architects and planners. Focus on Impact a co-shareholder. These partnerships offer opportunities for interesting synergy and growth. Due to our ambitions and concrete projects for the coming years, we are immediately looking for a passionate developer who wants to contribute to an inclusive and climate-proof society.

What will your responsibilities be?

As a medior/senior project developer, you will collaborate with the managing partners throughout the entire development process – from initiation and feasibility to realization and completion. Your work will encompass new timber construction and timber transformations/vertical extensions. As a future NICE Developer, the emphasis will be on ongoing projects and assessing the feasibility of new locations. You possess experience in assembling and leading design teams, driving results, preparing project cost estimates, planning, and decision-making documents. Your approach to development is rooted in and for the community. This means you enjoy involving neighbors and interested buyers (private individuals and investors) in the development process. You are adept at communicating a vision, actively listening, and gathering wishes and ideas to integrate into the plan. As a NICE Developer, each new development is considered a “gift” to buyers, the neighborhood, and the city. Beyond the standard responsibilities of a project developer, you will actively contribute to NICE's growth, knowledge sharing, and team development.

What you bring:

• Completed university education, preferably in the real estate domain;
• ≥ 7 years of relevant work experience as a project developer with a developer, housing corporation, or developing contractor;
• Proven project management skills (GOTICK);
• Strong in financial substantiation and decision-making;
• Affinity with public and private law in area and project development;
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English (both oral and written);
• And above all: passion for biobased and circular construction, initiative, team spirit, empathy, and results-orientation.

What we offer:

• A key role in the transition of the construction sector;
• Projects with visible impact that are regularly featured in the news;
• A passionate, dedicated team with short communication lines.
• A unique workplace in our café-office, NICE Place, and in the office alongside Mei architects & planners;
• Market-conform conditions commensurate with knowledge and experience;
• Celebrating successes and special moments with the team and stakeholders.

At NICE, we believe that diversity strengthens the quality of both our projects and our team. Therefore, we welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Practical Information

• Start date: immediately
• Hours: 32–40 hours per week
• Location: Rotterdam
• Closing date: January 31, 2026

Are you the NICE Developer we are looking for?

Please send your cover letter and CV as soon as possible to jobs@nicedevelopers.nl, for the attention of Mieke Winkel. Kindly mention 'NICE ontwikkelaar' in the subject line.