Building Envelope Field Specialist
About The Position
Lerch Bates is seeking a Building Envelope Field Specialist to support field testing, construction quality assurance, and building performance evaluations for a variety of commercial and residential projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in the field, solving real-world construction challenges, and evaluating how buildings perform. You will conduct building envelope testing, perform site observations, document findings, and support investigations involving roofing systems, waterproofing assemblies, exterior wall systems, and other building enclosure components. The Building Envelope Field Specialist works independently while collaborating closely with consultants and project teams to ensure projects meet quality, performance, and contract requirements. Lerch Bates (LB) is a global technical consulting firm focused on improving how buildings perform for owners, designers, and the people who use them every day. For more than 75 years we’ve partnered on some of the world’s most complex and high-profile projects. Today we provide Total Building Performance expertise that integrates Building Science and Building Flow into a unified delivery model. Our work spans design, construction, investigation, repair, rehabilitation, management, and modernization with one consistent goal: helping clients make confident, well-informed decisions in an increasingly complex built environment. We are 100% employee-owned through our ESOP, which fosters an ownership mindset and accountability in everything we do. At Lerch Bates, your expertise matters, your voice carries weight, and your work directly contributes to our shared success as OneLB.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience working on active construction sites, building envelope projects, building science projects, roofing systems, waterproofing systems, façade systems, or related industries
- Strong understanding of residential and commercial construction practices and building systems
- Experience identifying field conditions and relating observations to building enclosure performance issues
- Experience with construction observations, field investigations, quality assurance activities, or building performance testing preferred
- Knowledge of building enclosure systems including roofing, waterproofing, glazing systems, weather barriers, air barriers, and exterior wall assemblies preferred
- Strong technical writing, communication, and documentation skills
- Ability to build strong relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in the field
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Responsibilities
- Conduct field testing and building performance evaluations, including: Electronic leak detection testing, Air barrier testing, Water penetration and performance testing, Infrared thermography scanning
- Perform construction quality assurance (CQA) observations on active job sites
- Evaluate field conditions and building systems to identify performance concerns and construction deficiencies
- Support roof assessments, building enclosure investigations, and material evaluations
- Apply established procedures and sound judgment while adapting to changing site conditions
- Prepare clear, accurate, and timely field reports documenting observations, testing results, and recommendations
- Maintain documentation in accordance with company standards and reporting requirements
- Follow established templates and quality processes to ensure consistency
- Review shop drawings and submittts on a limited basis
- Identify work that may fall outside project scope and communicate findings appropriately
- Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and project teams
- Support project coordination and maintain strong client relationships
- Support training and development of field technicians and team members as applicable
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment while working independently in the field
- Participate in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
