Associate Building Envelope Consultant

About the role

Lerch Bates is seeking a Building Envelope Associate Consultant to join our Building Science team. This role is ideal for professionals looking to expand their expertise in building envelope consulting, enclosure design, and building enclosure commissioning (BECx) while developing into a fully independent Consultant role.

Project Delivery & Technical Development

• Support and manage projects involving new construction and major renovation work, collaborating with Senior Consultants and project teams to deliver technical solutions that improve building performance.
• Support and participate in building envelope consulting and building enclosure commissioning (BECx) projects for new construction and major renovations.
• Review architectural drawings and enclosure details with emphasis on air, water, thermal, and vapor control systems.
• Evaluate building enclosure components including curtain walls, storefront systems, glazing systems, exterior wall assemblies, and waterproofing systems.
• Develop technical knowledge through collaboration with Senior Consultants, Directors, and project teams.

Field & Project Responsibilities

• Participate in design, pre-construction, and construction phase meetings.
• Lead or support pre-construction meetings focused on enclosure coordination and performance risks.
• Conduct quality assurance site observations and serve as a representative for Lerch Bates on project sites.
• Perform or assist with building envelope field testing including ASTM E783, ASTM E1105, AAMA 501.2, ASTM E779, and related testing procedures.
• Develop a strong understanding of building enclosure installation sequencing and performance impacts.
• Support management of active projects to maintain quality, responsiveness, schedules, budgets, and client satisfaction.

Client Communication & Project Coordination

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project teams.
• Communicate project status, observations, risks, and recommendations proactively.
• Support project tracking, documentation, scheduling, and reporting activities.
• Participate in project reviews and internal coordination meetings.
• Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships.