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Lerch Bates Inc.

Senior Consultant - Repair & Modernization

Lerch Bates Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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What You’ll Do The duties listed below are illustrative of the work that may be performed in this position. They are not intended to prescribe or restrict assignments.

ASSESSMENT: Conduct or direct Engineers, Specialists, and Technicians in site investigations and field reviews of existing buildings. Review background documentation to determine original construction detailing and identify the cause of damage/defect. Focus on structural engineering, building enclosures, commercial roof systems, waterproofing systems, and exterior facades, including masonry.

EVALUATE: Prepare and present reports and presentations of findings that document existing conditions and provide rough magnitude of repairs. Collaborate with clients to determine next steps after evaluations. Work with the business development team to develop proposals, scope of services, and budgets. Review necessary permits and codes. Provide peer review reports of findings for direct reports/peers.

DESIGN: Communicate complex design ideas through multiple formats, coordinate with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents. Conduct drawing, detail, and specification reviews. Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with design intent and building science/engineering principles. Perform cursory calculations of repair and/or code upgrades.

OVERSEE: Provide oversight of technicians and specialists performing field reviews. Assume full managerial responsibility for scope, schedule, design, quality, staff, and execution. Act as Engineer of Record to sign/seal reports of findings.

COMMUNICATION: Act as a trusted advisor to clients and prospective clients; own and develop the client relationship. Explore opportunities to enhance service with or upsell existing clients/projects. Proactively keep clients informed of project status and changes. Establish industry reputation and market to new clients.

TRACKING: Perform project tracking and quality control, including regular project status reviews of actual vs. planned, facilitate status and design review meetings, manage time and resources, and ensure utilization goals are met.

LEADERSHIP: Provide guidance and supervision for up to 5 direct reports.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture.

8-10 years of experience in forensics, rehabilitation, or building envelope consulting.

Experience managing, mentoring, and leading teams; ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, architects, engineers, general and subcontractors.

Technical understanding of building enclosure systems (roofing, waterproofing, claddings, fenestration, and air/water/thermal/vapor barriers).

Understanding of enclosure installation quality and project scheduling impacts.

Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills.

Flexible, responsive, and capable of multi-tasking; able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Collaborative spirit with the ability to contribute to a team environment.

Commitment to quality and meticulous attention to detail; consistent deliverables.

Experience managing project budgets, change orders, and invoicing; upselling experience.

Proficiency in design/modeling software (e.g., WUFI, THERM) is preferred.

Master’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture is preferred.

P.E./AIA or other relevant licensure is preferred.

Certifications in industry-specific technical areas (Roofing, Fenestrations, Waterproofing, Enclosure Commissioning) are preferred.

Specialized focus in multiple industry areas (e.g., Roofing, Fenestration, Waterproofing, Civil engineering, Cost Estimating) is preferred.

Why work with Lerch Bates?

$120k-$150k/year

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership program

Generous PTO

Incentive compensation bonus

401(k) with up to 6% employer match

FSA and HSA

Charitable paid time off

Birthday Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning and Development: internal department dedicated to learning and career development

Exceptional company culture with employee resource groups and team-building activities

And more

Be more than just an employee Lerch Bates is 100% employee-owned. Our ownership mindset means you join a company with responsibility, service, and performance in everything we do. After a certain service time, you are eligible for stock ownership, which works as an additional wealth accumulation and/or retirement account.

CORE Values: Ownership, Community, Integrity, Respect, Optimism.

Working Environment This role involves both physical and mental demands and may be performed in offices, construction sites, and confined spaces. Lerch Bates will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Physical Demands Regular sitting, talking, and hearing in meetings; ability to navigate tight spaces, climb ladders, move around construction sites, take measurements, and travel. May involve working at heights and handling up to 30 lbs of force; close visual attention required.

Mental Demands Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Ability to interpret complex information, apply mathematics, learn new skills quickly, and manage detailed workloads under deadlines. Regular interaction with executives, colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders expected.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test. The drug test includes marijuana screening. A conditional offer may be rescinded if the background check or drug test is failed. This requirement aligns with federal regulations applicable to our government contracting obligations.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Interim job details and related postings may appear in the description but do not form part of the offer.

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