Associate Building Enclosure Rehabilitation Consultant

LERCH BATES•Baltimore, MD

99d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lerch Bates is seeking an Associate Building Enclosure Consultant to join our Building Science team. This role is designed for early-career professionals who are looking to build technical expertise in building enclosure consulting, project management, and client services while developing toward an independent Consultant role. As an Associate Consultant, you will work alongside experienced consultants on projects involving both new construction and existing buildings. You'll gain hands-on experience with building envelope investigations, design review, construction quality assurance, field testing, project coordination, and client communication while contributing to projects that improve building performance, durability, and resilience. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working in the field, and developing expertise in building science and building enclosure systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Building Science, or a related discipline preferred
1–2 years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction, building science, or a related industry
Experience with building construction, building envelope systems, field inspections, construction administration, shop drawing review, or performance testing preferred
Working knowledge of roofing, waterproofing, exterior cladding, glazing systems, sealants, weather barriers, or related building enclosure systems
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project demands
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
Ability to work independently while contributing within a collaborative team environment
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Bluebeam
Willingness to travel regionally for project work

Responsibilities

Develop technical knowledge through hands-on training and mentorship from experienced Consultants, Senior Consultants, and business leaders
Support building envelope consulting projects involving both new construction and existing buildings
Participate in proposal preparation, contract development, project planning, design review, construction administration, field observations, performance testing, and client meetings
Assist with evaluating roofing systems, exterior cladding, waterproofing systems, glazing systems, sealants, weather barriers, and other building enclosure components
Develop an understanding of building science principles, industry standards, and best practices
Support the management of multiple projects while maintaining quality, responsiveness, budgets, schedules, and client satisfaction
Assist with project tracking, reporting, budgeting, invoicing, and change management documentation
Prepare technical reports and project documentation
Communicate project status, observations, and recommendations to clients and internal teams
Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, architects, consultants, and project stakeholders
Participate in field observations, building enclosure inspections, construction quality assurance activities, and field performance testing
Travel to project sites throughout the region as needed
Follow all applicable safety procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during field activities