Associate Building Envelope Consultant – Growth & Field

Lerch Bates; Fairfax, Baltimore (VA, MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (starting at 17 days annually)

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Lerch Bates is hiring an Associate Building Envelope Consultant in Virginia. This role offers early-career professionals a chance to develop expertise in building enclosure consulting, project management, and client services.

You will gain experience in building envelope investigations, design review, construction quality assurance, and field testing, working alongside seasoned consultants.

Competitive compensation and benefits package includes health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction, building science, or a related industry.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project demands.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical knowledge through hands-on training and mentorship.
• Support building envelope consulting projects for construction and existing buildings.
• Assist with project tracking, reporting, budgeting, and invoicing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Lerch Bates is hiring an Associate Building Envelope Consultant in Virginia. This role offers early-career professionals a chance to develop expertise in building enclosure consulting, project management, and client services.

You will gain experience in building envelope investigations, design review, construction quality assurance, and field testing, working alongside seasoned consultants.

Competitive compensation and benefits package includes health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with employer match.