PILA is currently seeking a Permit Specialist, Senior Architect, Architect and Architecture Intern to join our Athens studio.

We design environments for culture, work and living. Our portfolio includes Piraeus Tower, residences in Athens and the Cyclades, university buildings, and educational and cultural projects in France. Our studio culture is built on collaboration, iteration, critique and care.

SENIOR ARCHITECT  >

Senior Architect, Full-time | Athens, Greece | 7+ years of experience
Lead design development, manage client relationships and mentor project teams from concept to completion.

The role
•    Lead conceptual, design and technical development.
•    Oversee project delivery across all design phases, including construction documentation and construction administration.
•    Act as a key client contact and coordinate with engineers and consultants.
•    Guide and mentor team members through design reviews and day-to-day collaboration.
•    Lead client presentations and project meetings.
•    Resolve design and technical challenges while maintaining the quality of the work.

What you bring
•    7+ years of relevant professional experience and a professional degree in architecture.
•    Experience leading teams and managing projects across all design phases.
•    Strong technical detailing and construction documentation skills.
•    Clear communication, leadership and organizational skills.
•    Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, V-Ray, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Revit experience is an advantage.
•    Fluency in Greek and English.

What we offer
Compensation based on skills and experience, long-term involvement in local and international projects, and a collaborative studio culture built on iteration, critique and care.

To apply
Email your CV and portfolio to work(at)pila.studio with “Senior Architect Application” in the subject line. Include your availability.

ARCHITECT  >

Architect, Full-time | Athens, Greece | 2+ years of experience

Develop architectural ideas and contribute to projects from concept to completion.

The role
•    Contribute across conceptual, design and technical project phases.
•    Explore and communicate architectural ideas through drawings, renderings and models.
•    Prepare design and technical documentation.
•    Coordinate with engineers and consultants.
•    Work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively within the project team.

What you bring
•    A master’s degree in architecture and 2+ years of experience in an architectural design office.
•    Strong conceptual design and communication skills.
•    Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Revit experience is an advantage.
•    Fluency in English.

What we offer
Compensation based on skills and experience, long-term involvement in local and international projects, and mentorship to develop your design and technical skills within a collaborative studio.

To apply
Email your combined CV and portfolio, 15 MB maximum, to [email protected] with “Architect Application” in the subject line. Include your availability.

PERMIT SPECIALIST  >

Permit Specialist, Full-time | Athens, Greece | 5+ years of relevant experience

Manage building permit applications and support design teams on regulatory requirements throughout project development.

The role
•    Prepare, submit and track building permit applications through e-Adeies.
•    Review building, planning and environmental requirements, identifying constraints early and explaining their implications for design and permitting.
•    Liaise with planning authorities, public utility agencies and relevant committees.
•    Coordinate compliance matters and submission documents with architects, engineers and consultants.
•    Maintain clear records of applications, approvals and outstanding requirements.

What you bring
•    5+ years of experience in building permit coordination and regulatory compliance in Greece.
•    In-depth knowledge of Greek building legislation, including NOK, and practical experience with e-Adeies.
•    Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and clear communication.
•    Proficiency in AutoCAD and documentation tools. Revit experience is an advantage.

What we offer
Compensation based on skills and experience, involvement in projects with varied design and permitting requirements, and close collaboration with architectural and engineering teams.

To apply
Email your CV and a brief summary of relevant permitting experience, 15 MB maximum, to work(at)pila.studio with “Permit Specialist Application” in the subject line. Include the project types you have supported, your responsibilities and your availability.

ARCHITECTURE INTERN  >

Architecture Intern, 2–3-month internship | Athens, Greece

Join our Athens studio for an internship with a focus on model making. Work alongside our team, learn through practice and gain experience in an architecture studio.
No prior professional experience is required. We welcome curiosity, enthusiasm, an interest in model making and a willingness to get involved.

To apply
Email a short introduction and your availability to work(at)pila.studio with “Architecture Intern Application” in the subject line.