Profile

PILA is an architecture studio based in Athens and New York that creates environments for culture, working, and living around the world.  We believe in architecture’s enduring character to create meaningful connections between people and their environment as a counterpoint to the speed of contemporary living. By reimagining existing ideas around program and function, physical spaces can offer new ways of experiencing the world.

PILA builds lasting spaces that adapt to future transformation while considering today’s opportunities and constraints. Drawing upon material and immaterial contexts, we approach the unique parameters of each project with openness and curiosity. Through a highly collaborative and iterative process, we translate each project’s opportunities and constraints into clear design directions that are sensitive to client and contextual needs.

PILA is currently engaged in the redesign of Piraeus Tower façade; the renovation and expansion of a historic house in Athens; the design of a three-storey house in a low-rise neighborhood in Athens; a private house in a beautiful mountainous landscape on the island of Antiparos in Greece; and a mixed use urban regeneration project in Paris.

SERVICES

Masterplanning
Visioning
Feasibility study
Architectural design
Interior design
Retail design
Installation design
Exhibition design

CLIENTS

Oliaros Properties
REI Habitat
Icade Property Investment and Development
Nodi
Promoval
Communauté de communes du Pays de Bitche
Ghada Amer
MINI / BMW
Versace
Dimand SA
Prodea Investments
EBRD

JOB OPENINGS

SENIOR ARCHITECT

PILA is seeking a motivated Senior Architect to join its Athens office. We are looking for a skilled and experienced senior architect that will be responsible for conceptual, design and technical phases of projects.The successful candidate has to have experience in overseeing the design process, liaising with clients, leading and mentoring a team, and completing high-quality work. As the senior architect, you should have strong leadership and great interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in design and project management during all design phases.
• Experience with construction documents and construction administration.
• Maintain the ability to work flexibly in a demanding environment.
• Experience with complex projects, technical detailing and problem solving.
• Strong communication skills, with regard to client presentations, team management, meeting organization and preparation. 
• Excellent skills with design and documentation software such as Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), AutoCAD, Rhino and Vray.
• Experience with Revit.
  

Requirements

• 7+ years of proven relevant experience as design lead.
• Professional degree in architecture.
• Fluency in Greek and English.

Application process

Please email your application to: [email protected]

Please include “Senior Architect Application” in  the subject line and your availability in the body of the email. Send a combined resume and portfolio 15 mb max.

OFFICE MANAGER

PILA is seeking a Office Manager to join its growing office in Athens, Greece. The successful candidate will be working closely with the Partners and will take on a diverse role supporting with Office Management, HR and Communication.

PILA is an architecture studio with a wide portfolio of local and international projects. Currently, we are working on two residential projects in Athens, the redesign of the facade of Piraeus tower and a mixed use urban regeneration project in Paris, among others. Our work environment is dynamic with significant development prospects, ambition and high work morale are highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support in designing and upholding office policies, standards and procedures, including οnboarding of new team members.
• Point of contact internally and externally managing incoming calls, post, and email mailboxes. Liaising with clients, suppliers and staff.
• Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day smooth running of the studio. Administrative duties such as filing, stationery, ordering supplies and office organization.
• IT troubleshooting and liaising with IT Support.
• Support with contract management and client invoicing.
• Support Partners with recruiting and HR responsibilities.
• Manage time tracking software.
• Manage studio’s marketing material and social media channels, press requests and assist with website maintenance.
• Maintain and update contact database.
• Assisting with documentation for bids and competitions submissions.
• Organize studio events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with regard to client and team communication.
• Excellent skills with Microsoft office / Google Docs.
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite – InDesign is desirable.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus.
• Fluency in Greek and English.

Application process

Please email your application to: [email protected]
Please include “Office Manager” in  the subject line and your availability in the body of the email.