Building Enclosure Designer: High-Performance Facades

Lerch Bates Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

ESOP employee ownership

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Studio | LB, part of the Lerch Bates family, seeks a Building Enclosure Designer to master enclosure systems and facades for high-performance buildings. You will develop technical details, 3D models, and specifications, applying building science to new construction and historic restoration.

Join a firm that values ESOP ownership and offers collaborative, client-focused design across complex projects, with opportunities to advance technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in architectural drafting, construction document production, technical enclosure detailing, or related design work.
• Foundational understanding of building enclosure systems, architectural detailing, construction documentation, and building science principles.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop architectural drawings, wall sections, details, elevations, plans, and specifications.
• Proficiency with Revit, Rhino, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and other project documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, detailed work product using Revit, Bluebeam, and Rhino alongside Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Develop enclosure system assemblies and details across façade, glazing, curtain wall, roofing, waterproofing, and air/vapor barrier assemblies.
• Interpret architectural and structural drawings to support coordinated, constructable design solutions.
• Apply building science principles to support system performance and code compliance.
• Assist with code research, system analysis, and evaluation of enclosure design options, material compatibility, and performance considerations.
• Research and evaluate enclosure materials, systems, and products to support design decisions.
• Assist in drafting and compiling technical specifications and documentation.
• Support product selection, system comparisons, and recommended design approaches.
• Stay current with the latest industry developments, materials, building science practices, and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and project teams to support coordinated project execution.
• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and project production efforts.
• Communicate progress, risks, and technical questions clearly and proactively.
• Support and coordinate delivery of projects aligned with scope, schedule, quality, and documentation expectations.
• Support construction administration, field-related coordination, and site visits as needed.

Skills

Building enclosure design

Technical detailing

Read architectural drawings

Revit

Rhino

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Cloud

Communication skills

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Studio | LB, part of the Lerch Bates family, seeks a Building Enclosure Designer to master enclosure systems and facades for high-performance buildings. You will develop technical details, 3D models, and specifications, applying building science to new construction and historic restoration.

Join a firm that values ESOP ownership and offers collaborative, client-focused design across complex projects, with opportunities to advance technical expertise.