Vertical Transportation Consultant — Elevators & Modernization

Lerch-Bates-Inc; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

401(k) with 6% employer match

ESOP

Professional development and tuition

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Lerch Bates is seeking an Elevator Consultant to join our Vertical Transportation team in Eden Prairie. The role involves advising owners, architects, and contractors on elevators, escalators, and related systems across new construction and existing buildings.

You will manage projects, coordinate scopes and schedules, and deliver technical recommendations while maintaining strong client relationships and staying current with codes and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• 3–5+ years in elevator/vertical transportation or related industry
• Knowledge of industry codes and safety requirements (ASME)
• Strong communication and project management skills
• Experience with design consulting, modernization, maintenance audits, or inspections

Responsibilities

• Manage vertical transportation projects from planning through completion
• Coordinate project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication
• Provide technical recommendations for elevators, escalators, moving walks, and related systems
• Support vertical transportation design consulting for new construction and major renovations
• Perform site visits and construction observations

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Tools

CAD

Drawing review software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lerch Bates is seeking an Elevator Consultant to join our Vertical Transportation team in Eden Prairie. The role involves advising owners, architects, and contractors on elevators, escalators, and related systems across new construction and existing buildings.

You will manage projects, coordinate scopes and schedules, and deliver technical recommendations while maintaining strong client relationships and staying current with codes and best practices.