Specialist - Enclosure Design & Consulting - Atlanta, United States - Lerch Bates

Description

Job Details

Job Location
Atlanta - Atlanta, GA

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
4 Year Degree

Specialist - Enclosure Design & Consulting

Job Title: Specialist

Department: Enclosure, Design, and Consulting

Job Summary:

Lerch Bates is hiring a Specialist The Specialist plays a vital role in our organization that works independently under the guidance of a Project Manager. This individual largely focuses on performing field testing and construction quality assurance observations. They will be reviewing submittals and technical design drawings on a limited basis. This position adapts to change quickly and is comfortable on construction sites. If you industry relevant Bachelor's Degree and previous experience working on construction sites, we want to speak with you

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.

• Conduct field testing, including but not limited to electronic field testing, air barrier testing, water performance testing, and IR scanning.
• Perform construction quality assurance observations.
• Write thorough and accurate reports and deliver them within the required time frame.
• Review shop drawings and submittals.
• Develop relationships with clients and communicate timely and effectively.
• Exercise judgment relative to performing work within the contracted scope and identifying when the work requested is beyond the scope.
• Identify opportunities to sell and perform additional work for clients and projects.

What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management, operations, or architecture.
• At least 3 years of experience working on building or construction sites or in a similar industry.
• 1-2 years of experience working in a customer service role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing.
• A practical understanding of building systems, residential and commercial construction practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to quality, organization, attention to detail, and consistency in work product.
• Flexible, responsive, and confident multi-tasking skills.
• An ability to work independently, handle multiple deadlines, and accommodate shifting priorities.
• A self-starter mindset looking for opportunities to learn, grow skillset, and assist others in a team environment.
• An ability to follow standard operating procedures/report template requirements.
• A proven ability to build rapport with clients, co-workers, and sub-contractors.
• Previous experience in Word and knowledge of Excel.
• EIT Certificate or equivalent for architecture, engineering, or other construction activities (preferred).
• Experience and specialization in 3 or more industry areas of technical expertise, i.e., Roofing, Enclosure related performance testing, knowledge of EIFS, Metal Panel and ACM, Hard Coat Stucco and stone veneers, brick/masonry cavity wall facades (preferred).
• A certification in industry-specific technical areas (preferred).
• Completed construction trades course/s (preferred).
• Proficiency in PDF markup software such as Bluebeam (preferred).
• Previous AutoCAD experience (preferred).

Why work with Lerch Bates?

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership program
• Generous PTO
• Incentive compensation bonus
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• FSA and HSA
• Charitable paid time off
• Birthday Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development
  • An entire internal department dedicated to your learning and career development
• Exceptional company culture
  • Employee resource groups
  • Team 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, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.