Project Manager - Enclosures

LERCH BATES•Golden, CO

1d•$125,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lerch Bates is seeking a Project Manager to join our Building Enclosure Consulting team. This role serves as the central integrator and execution lead for multiple projects within a high-design enclosure practice, ensuring project goals are translated into coordinated, actionable, and successful outcomes. As a Project Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for clients while connecting senior leadership, subject matter experts, and project team members throughout the project lifecycle. You will align design intent, technical performance, and constructability requirements while maintaining continuity, accountability, and momentum across all phases of work. This position is ideal for professionals with experience in facade consulting, building enclosure consulting, architecture, or related disciplines who enjoy leading complex projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, solving technical challenges, and building strong client relationships. This position is with Studio | LB, part of the Lerch Bates family of companies.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or a related field.
Typically 7+ years of relevant professional experience in facade consulting, building enclosure consulting, architecture, or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of building enclosure systems, facade design, and construction practices.
Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
Proficiency with Revit and/or AutoCAD.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
Ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable guidance for clients and project teams.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving ability, and sound professional judgment.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of operating with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.
Adaptable, responsive, and comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving project environments.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with enclosure analysis tools and workflows such as THERM and WUFI preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead projects through all phases, establishing clear scope, priorities, schedules, and execution strategies.
Translate high-level project objectives into coordinated workflows and actionable direction for project teams.
Maintain alignment between design intent, performance criteria, and constructability requirements throughout project execution.
Drive accountability, continuity, and momentum across multiple concurrent projects.
Support successful project outcomes through proactive planning, coordination, and execution.
Serve as the primary client interface, maintaining consistent, proactive, and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Build trust and strengthen client relationships by providing thoughtful recommendations, practical solutions, and well-reasoned guidance.
Communicate project status, risks, key decisions, and recommendations effectively and in a timely manner.
Facilitate project meetings, presentations, and discussions with clients and stakeholders.
Support a high level of client satisfaction while fostering long-term relationships.
Coordinate input from the Principal-in-Charge, subject matter experts, and project team members.
Ensure contributors are aligned, engaged at the appropriate stages, and working toward a unified project outcome.
Maintain clarity of roles, responsibilities, and expectations across the project team.
Foster collaboration and communication across disciplines to support efficient project delivery.
Serve as the central hub connecting project stakeholders throughout all phases of work.
Oversee the development of coordinated drawings, specifications, technical reports, and project documentation.
Ensure project deliverables are clear, accurate, complete, and aligned with project performance goals.
Support the integration of advanced enclosure analysis and computational workflows, including tools such as THERM and WUFI.
Coordinate technical input from subject matter experts to support informed project decisions.
Promote consistency with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
Identify project risks early and prioritize efforts toward high-impact issues.
Apply critical thinking and technical judgment to define challenges and develop practical, effective solutions.
Resolve ambiguity and facilitate decision-making to maintain project momentum.
Evaluate competing priorities and recommend strategies that support project objectives.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance project quality and delivery.
Manage project financial performance in coordination with the Principal-in-Charge, including forecasting, invoicing, and project closeout activities.
Support efficient utilization of resources while maintaining quality standards and client expectations.
Monitor project schedules, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure timely project execution.
Balance multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholder needs in a dynamic environment.
Maintain accurate project records, documentation, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
100% Employee-Owned ESOP (company-funded retirement benefit that allows eligible employees to share in the company's long-term success)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (starting at 17 days annually)
10 paid holidays
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Performance-based incentives and bonuses
Employee assistance and wellness programs