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Lerch Bates is always looking for talented professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges, delivering exceptional client service, and improving the performance of the built environment. This evergreen posting allows you to submit your application for consideration as future opportunities become available across our organization.

We hire professionals in a variety of disciplines, including engineering, architecture, building science, vertical transportation, project management, construction consulting, operations, business development, finance, human resources, marketing, information technology, administrative support, and more.

If your skills and experience align with a current or future opening, a member of our Talent Acquisition team may contact you to discuss potential opportunities.

Become an Employee-Owner

One of the biggest advantages of working at Lerch Bates is that we are 100% employee-owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Unlike many companies that offer only a salary and retirement plan, eligible employees receive company-funded ESOP shares at no cost to them as part of their long-term retirement benefits.

As Lerch Bates grows, employee-owners share in the company's success. For many employees, the ESOP becomes one of the most valuable financial benefits of their career by helping build meaningful long-term wealth in addition to their salary and traditional 401(k).

When you join Lerch Bates, you are not just building better buildings. You also have the opportunity to build your financial future alongside the company's success.

About Lerch Bates:

Lerch Bates (LB) is a global technical consulting firm focused on improving how buildings perform for owners, designers, and the people who use them every day. For more than 75 years we’ve partnered on some of the world’s most complex and high-profile projects. Today we provide Total Building Performance expertise that integrates Building Science and Building Flow into a unified delivery model.

Our work spans design, construction, investigation, repair, rehabilitation, management, and modernization with one consistent goal: helping clients make confident, well-informed decisions in an increasingly complex built environment.

We are 100% employee-owned through our ESOP. That means when the company succeeds, our employee-owners share in that success. It's more than a retirement benefit—it's an ownership mindset backed by the opportunity to build long-term financial value while helping shape the future of the company.

What You’ll Do:

Responsibilities vary depending on the position and department but may include:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical consulting, project management, operational, or corporate support services.
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and project stakeholders.
• Solve complex technical or business challenges through collaboration, innovation, and sound judgment.
• Manage priorities while delivering accurate, timely, and high-quality work.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance client service, operational excellence, and organizational performance.
• Contribute to a culture of ownership, integrity, collaboration, and accountability.
• Complete additional responsibilities based on the needs of the team and the position.

What You’ll Bring:

We're interested in professionals with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. Qualifications vary by position, but successful candidates generally demonstrate:

• Relevant education, certifications, or professional experience related to their field.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional quality and client service.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other position-specific software as applicable.
• A growth mindset, curiosity, and a desire to continuously learn and develop professionally.

Why Work with Lerch Bates?

• Competitive compensation
• 100% Employee-Owned ESOP (company-funded retirement benefit that allows eligible employees to share in the company's long-term success)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (starting at 17 days annually)
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Employee assistance and wellness programs

Core Values

Ownership • Community • Integrity • Respect • Optimism

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test. The drug test includes screening for marijuana, regardless of state or local laws permitting its use. A conditional offer of employment will be rescinded if a candidate fails either the background check or the drug test. This requirement is mandated by federal regulations applicable to our government contracting obligations.

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.