Senior Consultant - New Building Engineering, Design, and Consulting

LERCH BATES • Eden Prairie, MN

6d • $105,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Lerch Bates is seeking a Senior Consultant to join its Building Science team. The role leads planning, evaluation, and delivery of complex building enclosure consulting projects for new construction and major renovation developments. The Senior Consultant partners with architects, owners, developers, contractors, and project teams throughout project delivery, from design review and enclosure commissioning planning through construction quality assurance, field testing, and project closeout. The position also provides technical leadership, mentors consultants, and helps grow client relationships while supporting strong project execution and building performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in building envelope consulting, building science, enclosure commissioning, façade engineering, roofing, waterproofing, or related disciplines.
• Extensive knowledge of building enclosure systems, including roofing, waterproofing, air barriers, vapor barriers, thermal control, cladding systems, glazing, curtain walls, and fenestration.
• Experience conducting design reviews, construction observations, enclosure commissioning, and field performance testing.
• Strong understanding of enclosure installation sequencing and its impact on project performance.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and multiple concurrent assignments.
• Excellent technical writing, presentation, communication, and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to mentor technical staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to travel as needed for project work, field observations, and client meetings.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test, including marijuana screening.

Nice To Haves

• Professional licensure such as PE, RA/AIA, or equivalent.
• Industry certifications such as IIBEC (RRO, RRC, REWC, RBECxP), BECx, Fenestration, Waterproofing, or related credentials.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, WUFI, THERM, or similar building science software.

Responsibilities

• Lead building enclosure consulting projects for new construction and major renovations.
• Perform third-party design reviews of architectural drawings, with emphasis on air, water, thermal, and vapor control systems.
• Evaluate roofing, waterproofing, curtain walls, glazing, storefront systems, exterior wall assemblies, fenestration, and cladding systems.
• Develop building enclosure Basis of Design documents, Building Enclosure Commissioning plans, specifications, and technical recommendations.
• Participate in design workshops, charrettes, and peer review meetings, presenting technical findings and performance recommendations.
• Lead pre-construction meetings focused on enclosure sequencing, constructability, and performance risks.
• Review construction documents, shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals for compliance with project intent.
• Conduct construction quality assurance observations throughout installation.
• Perform and oversee building envelope field testing, including ASTM E783, ASTM E1105, ASTM E779, AAMA 501.2, and related protocols.
• Prepare technical reports documenting observations, deficiencies, and recommendations.
• Manage multiple projects, including scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication.
• Serve as the primary technical advisor for owners, architects, contractors, and project teams.
• Build and maintain client relationships and identify opportunities to expand services.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and technical budgets for new opportunities.
• Coordinate project activities with internal consultants and external stakeholders.
• Mentor Consultants, Associate Consultants, Specialists, and technical staff.
• Provide technical review of reports, drawings, testing procedures, and project documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of technical standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and professional development across the Building Science team.

Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity, with target incentive levels varying by position and based on individual and company performance.
• 100% employee-owned ESOP with company-funded retirement benefits and eligible employees receiving company-funded shares.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off starting at 17 days annually.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with 4% employer match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior