Senior Consultant - Repair & Modernization
Lerch Bates Inc.
Lead building envelope rehab projects, advise clients, manage teams.
15 days ago ago
$110,000 - $150,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Eden Prairie, MN
Hybrid
Company Size
382 Employees
Service Specialisms
Elevator Consulting
Vertical Transportation
Building Systems Design
Project Management
Safety Audits
Construction Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Vertical Transportation
Building Logistics
Building Enclosures
Facade Access
Forensics
Elevators
Pedestrian Circulation
Testing
Role
What you would be doing
site investigations
report preparation
project management
design review
client liaison
engineer sign‑off
- Prepare and present reports and presentations of findings that document the existing conditions and extend defects and provide a rough magnitude of repair to provide recommended repairs for damage/defect, existing condition.
- Ensure personal utilization and direct report consistently meets established goals.
- Conduct or direct Engineers, Specialists, and Technicians in site investigations and field reviews of existing buildings.
- Review necessary permits and codes.
- Provide guidance and supervision for up to 5 direct reports.
- Communicate complicated design ideas through multiple formats, including hand sketching, to better coordinate team efforts and communicate clients' desired outcomes.
- Assume full managerial responsibility for all aspects of the project: scope, schedule, design, quality, staff, and execution.
- Perform cursory calculations of repair and/or code upgrades.
- Establishes industry reputation and markets to new clients.
- Proactively keep clients and stakeholders informed of project status and changes.
- Coordinate with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for the preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
- Review background documentation to determine original construction detailing and identify the cause of damage/defect.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients and prospective clients; own and develop the client relationship.
- Provide peer review reports of findings for direct reports/peers.
- Focus on critical aspects of structural engineering, building enclosures, commercial roof systems, waterproofing systems, and exterior facades, including masonry.
- Work with the business development team to develop proposals, the scope of services, and budgets.
- Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with the design intent, performance with respect to the various building science and engineering principles, and for any scheduling of work issues.
- Manage time and resources effectively ; maintain and communicate schedule internally and externally.
- Collaborate with clients to determine appropriate next steps following evaluations.
- Conduct drawing, detail, and specification reviews throughout the design process.
- Perform project tracking and quality control, including regular project status reviews of actual vs. planned, facilitating project status and design review meetings internally and with the client; take appropriate actions to address variance to project plan; follow standardized procedures for Lerch Bates processes/procedures.
- Provide oversight of technicians and specialists performing field reviews, including technical and directional advice. Review report of findings Resulting from an onsite investigation and/or document review.
- Act as the Engineer of record to sign/seal reports of findings.
What you bring
master’s degree
p.e.
wufi
therm
enclosure expertise
8-10 years
- Technical competency and an ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with clients, colleagues, Architects, Engineers, General and Subcontractors.
- Excellent skills in technical writing and oral communication.
- Specialized focus in 5 or more industry areas of technical expertise, i.e., Roofing, Fenestration, Waterproofing, Civil engineering, Cost Estimating, etc. (preferred).
- Flexible, responsive, and confident multi-tasking skills.
- Master’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture (preferred).
- P.E./AIA or another relevant Licensure (preferred).
- An ability to lead and contribute to the team in a collaborative, interactive environment.
- Expert understanding of enclosure installation quality, timing of events, and the upstream and downstream impacts of the schedule.
- Proficiency in one or more design/modeling software programs, including WUFI, THERM, etc. (preferred).
- Previous experience managing, mentoring, and leading teams.
- Previous successful results in upselling services/scope.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture.
- FSA and HSA
- An ability to work independently, handle multiple deadlines, and accommodate shifting priorities.
- Previous experience managing project budgets, change orders, and invoicing.
- A certification in industry-specific technical areas (Roofing, Fenestrations, Waterproofing, Enclosure Commissioning) (preferred).
- A technical and practical understanding of building enclosure systems, specifically roofing, waterproofing, claddings, fenestration, and air/water/thermal/vapor barriers.
- A demonstrated commitment to quality, organization, meticulous attention to detail, and consistency in work deliverables.
- Exceptional company culture
- 8-10 years of experience in forensics, rehabilitation, or building envelope consulting.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- An entire internal department dedicated to your learning and career development!
- A pay rate of $110,000-$150,000 per year
- Birthday Bonus
- Employee Stock Ownership program!
- 401(k) with up to 6% employer match!
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous PTO
- Incentive compensation bonus
- Charitable paid time off
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Security clearance- - completion of a pre‑employment background check and drug test (including marijuana screening).
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Company
Overview
1947
Year Founded
Established in 1947 as a pioneering elevator consulting firm.
1980s
Decade of Expansion
Began strategic growth through acquisitions, expanding expertise and services.
2015 & 2020
Years of Expansion
Enhanced capabilities through key acquisitions, broadening service offerings.
World's Fastest
Elevator Engineering
Known for developing some of the world's fastest elevator systems.
- Pioneered elevator consulting in the U.S. from humble beginnings.
- Transitioned from a single office in Chicago to a global consultancy.
- Engineered iconic skyscrapers including Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101.
- Extended expertise into logistics, structures, façade access, and more.
- Provides comprehensive services from design to maintenance.
- Serves a wide range of industries and sectors.
- Cultivates a unique employee-owned culture fostering accountability.
- Innovates with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
- Provide clients with solutions that consider not only initial cost and operating cost, but also environmental and sustainable impacts.
- Expertise in aligning all objectives to drive the right solution for clients.
- Continuous examination of business practices to determine where we can improve ‘walking the walk.’
- Assists clients in achieving Net Zero targets by integrating solutions such as regenerated-power VT, efficient design, minimized heat/electrical load, and reduced embodied carbon.
- Advises on lifecycle carbon impacts—for example, in-truss modernizations vs full replacements—to reduce embodied carbon.
- Operates as part of a broader ESG initiative, continuously reviewing internal business practices for sustainability.
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