Elevator Consultant

About the role

Department: Vertical Transportation
Lerch Bates is seeking an Elevator Consultant to join our Vertical Transportation team. This role supports a broad range of projects involving elevators, escalators, moving walkways, modernization programs, equipment assessments, maintenance audits, design consulting, and construction administration services.

What You’ll Do

• Manage vertical transportation projects from planning through completion, including modernization projects, equipment assessments, maintenance audits, inspections, and construction administration activities.
• Cook up project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication to ensure quality execution and client satisfaction.
• Provide technical recommendations and guidance related to elevators, escalators, moving walks, and other vertical transportation systems.
• Prepare and communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, equipment technologies, codes, and best practices.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Identify opportunities to expand services within current client relationships.
• Participate in industry events, client meetings, presentations, and networking activities.
• Support business development efforts and market visibility initiatives.
• Conduct equipment reviews, inspections, audits, and field evaluations.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and project documentation.
• Provide project updates and technical guidance to clients and internal teams.
• Travel as needed to support project and client requirements.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during field activities and site visits.
• Perform work in active construction environments and occupied buildings as required.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
• 3–5+ years of experience in the elevator, vertical transportation, or related industry
• Experience with elevator modernization, maintenance audits, inspections, design, or construction administration strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of vertical transportation systems including elevators, escalators, moving walks, and related equipment
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and safety requirements, including ASME codes
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
• Able to coordinate effectively with clients, building owners, architects, contractors, consultants, and project teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with CAD or drawing review software preferred
• QEI/CEI certification preferred; equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of certification

Why Work with Lerch Bates?

• 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

Core Values

• Ownership
• Community
• Integrity
• Respect
• Optimism

Working Environment

• This role involves both physical and mental demands and may be performed in various settings, including offices, construction sites, and confined spaces like elevator pits.
• Tasks often require frequent movement in multiple directions.
• The role requires regular sitting, talking, and hearing in meetings and by phone.
• Employees must navigate tight spaces, climb ladders, move around construction sites, take measurements, and travel by car, air, or rail.
• Duties may involve working at heights and in confined spaces, using hands for tasks like typing and operating elevator components, and applying up to 30 lbs. of force.
• Cloze visual attention is also required.
• The position requires strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Employees must interpret complex information, apply mathematical and logical reasoning, quickly learn new skills, and manage detailed, multitask workloads under shifting deadlines.
• Regular interaction with executives, colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders is also expected.

Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test.
• The drug test includes screening for marijuana, regardless of state or local laws permitting its use.
• A conditional offer of employment will be rescinded if a candidate fails either the background check or the drug test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.