Remote Building Enclosure Designer: Facades & Performance

Lerch Bates Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary $80,000 - $100

Annual performance-based bonus

ESOP (employee ownership)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (17 days)

10 paid holidays

401(k) with 6% match

Paid parental leave

Professional development and tuition

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

Lerch Bates is seeking a Building Enclosure Designer to join our Design & Performance Studio in Orlando, FL.

This role supports the design and documentation of building enclosure systems for new construction, restoration, rehabilitation, and modernization projects, working with architects, engineers, and consultants to improve durability, energy performance, and long-term building performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Science, Construction Management, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in architectural drafting, building enclosure design, technical design, or related work.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of building enclosure systems including roofing, waterproofing, façades, glazing, curtain walls, and air/vapor barrier systems.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate construction documents, technical drawings, details, and specifications using AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and related software.
• Develop building enclosure details for façade systems, curtain walls, glazing, roofing, waterproofing, exterior cladding, and air/vapor barrier assemblies.
• Interpret architectural and structural drawings to support coordinated, constructable design solutions.
• Apply building science principles related to moisture, thermal performance, air control, and durability.
• Assist with building code research, technical evaluations, and enclosure system analysis.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and project teams throughout project development.
• Participate in design reviews, coordination meetings, and production efforts.

Skills

Building enclosure design

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture / Architectural Engineering / Structural Engineering / Building Science / Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Lerch Bates is seeking a Building Enclosure Designer to join our Design & Performance Studio in Orlando, FL.

This role supports the design and documentation of building enclosure systems for new construction, restoration, rehabilitation, and modernization projects, working with architects, engineers, and consultants to improve durability, energy performance, and long-term building performance.