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Senior Consultant - Forensics
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Lerch Bates Inc. Job summary and responsibilities are described below. This role focuses on building envelope consultancy, managing multiple Forensic Engineering projects, providing guidance to team members, and maintaining client relationships.
Job Title Senior Consultant
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Department:
Forensics
What You’ll Do
AS S E S S M E N T
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 documenting existing conditions, defects, and rough repair magnitudes with recommended repairs.
Collaborate with clients to determine appropriate 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, including hand sketching, to coordinate team efforts and reflect clients’ desired outcomes.
Coordinate with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
Conduct drawing, detail, and specification reviews throughout the design process.
Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with design intent and building science principles.
Perform cursory calculations of repair and/or code upgrades.
OVERSEE
Provide oversight of technicians and specialists during field reviews and review reports of findings from onsite investigations.
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 upsells.
Keep clients and stakeholders informed of project status and changes.
TRACKING
Perform project tracking and quality control, including regular status reviews and adherence to Lerch Bates processes.
Manage time and resources; maintain and communicate schedule.
Ensure personal utilization and direct reports meet established goals.
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.
Strong technical communication skills with clients, colleagues, Architects, Engineers, and General/Subcontractors.
Technical understanding of building enclosure systems (roofing, waterproofing, claddings, fenestration, and air/water/thermal/vapor barriers).
Knowledge of enclosure installation quality, scheduling impacts, and related project timelines.
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities.
Collaborative team player with a focus on quality and meticulous attention to detail.
Experience managing project budgets, change orders, and invoicing; upselling services/scope.
Proficiency in design/modeling software (including WUFI, THERM) preferred.
Master’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture preferred.
P.E./AIA or relevant licensure preferred.
Certifications in industry-specific technical areas (Roofing, Fenestrations, Waterproofing, Enclosure Commissioning) preferred.
Specialization across 5+ industry areas of technical expertise preferred.
Why work with Lerch Bates?
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership program
Generous PTO
Incentive compensation bonus
401(k) with employer match
FSA and HSA
Charitable paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement; Learning and Development
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.
Additional information Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test. This includes screening for marijuana where applicable. A conditional offer may be rescinded if the background check or drug test is not passed, in compliance with federal regulations applicable to government contracting obligations.
Be more than just an employee… Lerch Bates is 100% employee-owned, with stock ownership eligibility after a certain service time. Core values: Ownership, Community, Integrity, Respect, Optimism.
Physical, mental, and environmental demands vary by role and may include travel and site-based work. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Default: The description above is intended to reflect the responsibilities and qualifications for the Senior Consultant - Forensics role and is subject to change.
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Senior Consultant - Forensics
role at
Lerch Bates Inc. Job summary and responsibilities are described below. This role focuses on building envelope consultancy, managing multiple Forensic Engineering projects, providing guidance to team members, and maintaining client relationships.
Job Title Senior Consultant
|
Department:
Forensics
What You’ll Do
AS S E S S M E N T
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 documenting existing conditions, defects, and rough repair magnitudes with recommended repairs.
Collaborate with clients to determine appropriate 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, including hand sketching, to coordinate team efforts and reflect clients’ desired outcomes.
Coordinate with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
Conduct drawing, detail, and specification reviews throughout the design process.
Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with design intent and building science principles.
Perform cursory calculations of repair and/or code upgrades.
OVERSEE
Provide oversight of technicians and specialists during field reviews and review reports of findings from onsite investigations.
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 upsells.
Keep clients and stakeholders informed of project status and changes.
TRACKING
Perform project tracking and quality control, including regular status reviews and adherence to Lerch Bates processes.
Manage time and resources; maintain and communicate schedule.
Ensure personal utilization and direct reports meet established goals.
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.
Strong technical communication skills with clients, colleagues, Architects, Engineers, and General/Subcontractors.
Technical understanding of building enclosure systems (roofing, waterproofing, claddings, fenestration, and air/water/thermal/vapor barriers).
Knowledge of enclosure installation quality, scheduling impacts, and related project timelines.
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities.
Collaborative team player with a focus on quality and meticulous attention to detail.
Experience managing project budgets, change orders, and invoicing; upselling services/scope.
Proficiency in design/modeling software (including WUFI, THERM) preferred.
Master’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture preferred.
P.E./AIA or relevant licensure preferred.
Certifications in industry-specific technical areas (Roofing, Fenestrations, Waterproofing, Enclosure Commissioning) preferred.
Specialization across 5+ industry areas of technical expertise preferred.
Why work with Lerch Bates?
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership program
Generous PTO
Incentive compensation bonus
401(k) with employer match
FSA and HSA
Charitable paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement; Learning and Development
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.
Additional information Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test. This includes screening for marijuana where applicable. A conditional offer may be rescinded if the background check or drug test is not passed, in compliance with federal regulations applicable to government contracting obligations.
Be more than just an employee… Lerch Bates is 100% employee-owned, with stock ownership eligibility after a certain service time. Core values: Ownership, Community, Integrity, Respect, Optimism.
Physical, mental, and environmental demands vary by role and may include travel and site-based work. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Default: The description above is intended to reflect the responsibilities and qualifications for the Senior Consultant - Forensics role and is subject to change.
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