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Lerch Bates

Design Consultant

Lerch Bates, San Jose, California, United States, 95199


Job Details

Job LocationSan Jose - San Jose, CA

Salary Range$71,000.00 - $123,000.00 Salary/year

Design Consultant

Job Title:

Design Consultant

Department:

Enclosures, Structures & Forensics

Job Summary:

Lerch Bates is seeking a

Design Consultant

to join our Enclosures, Structures & Forensics team! The Design Consultant works under the direction of other design consultants and/or Technical Directors to

evaluate drawing

layouts,

complex architectural detailing , building enclosure system design, and

product selection . If you have previous experience working on a job site in a

building science trade

and experience with

architectural building enclosure design , we want to hear from you. Apply to work with Lerch Bate today!

Company Insight:

Lerch Bates is the

global multidisciplinary technical consultancy,

saving time and money for those designing, modernizing, investigating, or managing buildings. From risk to ROI, schedule to sustainability, Lerch Bates' suite of services helps you plan the future of your building at every phase of the building lifecycle. As your partner in finding the best technical outcomes for your project, we ensure functionality, safety, and value work together.

We simplify the path to

the best technical expertise

for the

built environment

anywhere in the world. Lerch Bates offers integrated specialties, including vertical transportation, logistics, enclosures & structures, forensics, and multidisciplinary building lifecycle services that optimize performance from design, construction, and management to forensic investigation, repair, and modernization.

What You'll Do:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed in this position. They are not intended to prescribe or restrict the assignments that management may make.

Apply a

fundamental developed technical understanding

of building enclosure systems to all work produced.Perform production of architectural, structural, and building enclosure drawings

and related deliverables expediently and accurately.Support project leads

to creatively assess and investigate the causation of air and water infiltration on all types of building enclosure systems.Provide

ongoing support and assistance to in-house Consultants .Deliver

technically written documents , including Technical Memorandum, Reports, Supplemental Instruction, and Specifications.Manage elements of

design activities , including, but not limited to, field verification and research.Contribute to

memorandum content

communicating the scope and risk, while coordinating other technical employees providing CAD.Perform

construction administration activities

under the supervision of the project lead.Perform

Quality Assurance Construction Observations

and report findings.Ensure

internal and external client satisfaction

and project success by providing accurate, detailed construction documents promptly.Conduct

applicable industry research

related to product selection for incorporation into design documents.Contribute to a

resource directory for

critical enclosure components.Follow planning-related content for

proposals concerning target hours

necessary for drafting, and field verification hours.Follow established organization of

documents, drawings, layouts, and files.Create documents using identified standards , ensuring continuity in work product.Conduct product research

and comparison as needed.Assist in related field work including , but not limited to, field verifications, site observations/inspections, consultation, and field testing (ASTM, BECX, and ELD).Travel up to 25% local

and infrequent national travel, as required. May vary depending on project-specific tasks.What You'll Bring:

High School Diploma

or equivalent. A 2-year Technical Degree or equivalent is preferred.Previous job site experience with

building science trades.1-2 years of architectural building enclosure

design experience.AutoCAD ExpertiseRevit e xpertise is preferred.Working knowledge of

applicable codes and industry standards

for designing enclosure components.Baseline experience on a

construction site

as an observer for the periodic duration of projects.Bluebeam

or alternative PDF editing software experience preferred.Maintains

professional tact while still being flexible.

An understanding individual who can adapt to a changing, fast-paced office environment working with various people.Strong verbal and written

interpersonal communication skills.The ability to

prioritize and manage drawing production .Critical thinking

- takes the initiative

- self-motivated.Fundamental technical grammar,

business writing , and presentation preparation skills, including the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.Proficiency in

Microsoft Office Applications .The ability to

understand typical system detailing

and extrapolate the system through specific details.The ability to be resourceful and

learn new practices independently.Why work with Lerch Bates?

Competitive CompensationMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployee Stock Ownership

program!Generous

PTOIncentive compensation bonus401(k) with up to

6% employer match!FSA and HSACharitable paid time offBirthday BonusPaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementLearning and Development

An entire internal department dedicated to your learning and career development!

Exceptional company culture

Employee resource groupsTeam building and networking activities

And more!

Be more than just an employee...

Lerch Bates is

100% employee-owned ! Our employee-owners bring a distinct "we own what we do" brand of technical consulting to every project and partnership. When you work with us, you join a company with an ownership mindset. Expect responsibility, service, and performance in everything we do. So,

what does that mean for you ? After a certain service time, you are eligible for stock ownership, which essentially works as an additional wealth accumulation and/or retirement account!

CORE Values:

Ownership . Community . Integrity . Respect . Optimism

Lerch Bates is a federal contractor, which requires us to conduct a pre-employment background check and drug test.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.