Building Enclosure Designer

About the role

Lerch Bates is seeking a Building Enclosure Designer to join our Design & Performance Studio. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented design professional who enjoys developing technical construction documents, solving building enclosure challenges, and collaborating with architects, engineers, and consultants to improve building performance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate construction documents, technical drawings, details, and specifications using AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and related software
• Develop building enclosure details for façade systems, curtain walls, glazing, roofing, waterproofing, exterior cladding, and air and vapor barrier assemblies
• Interpret architectural and structural drawings to support coordinated, constructable design solutions
• Apply building science principles related to moisture management, thermal performance, air control, and durability to enclosure system designs
• Assist with building code research, technical evaluations, and enclosure system analysis
• Research building enclosure materials, products, and systems to support project design decisions
• Evaluate material compatibility, system performance, and constructability
• Stay current on industry trends, building science practices, codes, and emerging technologies
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and project teams throughout project development
• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and production efforts
• Communicate project progress, technical questions, and potential design issues proactively
• Support delivery of projects that meet quality, schedule, and documentation requirements
• Assist with construction administration activities, including shop drawing reviews, RFIs, submittals, and field coordination
• Document field conditions and assist in preparing technical reports and project documentation
• Contribute to internal technical standards, drawing libraries, specification templates, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Science, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• 2+ years of experience in architectural drafting, construction document production, building enclosure design, or related technical design work
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with building enclosure systems, including roofing, waterproofing, glazing, curtain walls, exterior cladding, and air and vapor barrier systems
• Understanding of construction documentation, architectural detailing, and building science principles
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, details, plans, elevations, and specifications
• Familiarity with applicable building codes, energy codes, and industry standards
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of building enclosure systems, including roofing, waterproofing, glazing, curtain walls, exterior cladding, and air and vapor barrier systems
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, details, plans, elevations, and specifications
• Familiarity with applicable building codes, energy codes, and industry standards
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams

Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
• Building science principles related to moisture management, thermal performance, air control, and durability
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, details, plans, elevations, and specifications
• Familiarity with applicable building codes, energy codes, and industry standards
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (starting at 17 days annually)
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Employee assistance and wellness programs

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is full-time and based in our office in [City, State]. Travel may be required for client site visits and project coordination.