Senior Building Envelope Rehabilitation Consultant

Job Details

Job Location:

San Jose, CA 95113

Salary Range: $ - $ per year

Department:
Existing Building

• Evaluate existing buildings to identify defects, deterioration, water intrusion, structural concerns, and building enclosure failures
• Prepare and present technical reports documenting existing conditions, findings, repair recommendations, and probable repair costs
• Conduct building condition assessments, forensic investigations, and rehabilitation evaluations
• Perform permit reviews, code reviews, and constructability evaluations
• Conduct technical peer reviews of reports and findings prepared by team members

• Develop repair and rehabilitation strategies for existing building systems and assemblies
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery
• Prepare and oversee construction drawings, technical specifications, bid documents, and repair details
• Review drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals for compliance with project objectives and building science principles
• Communicate complex technical concepts through reports, presentations, sketches, and client discussions

• Lead rehabilitation, restoration, and modernization projects from investigation through construction completion
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality control, staffing, and client expectations
• Provide technical oversight and direction to specialists, designers, and consultants
• Monitor project performance and proactively address schedule, budget, or quality concerns
• Ensure project deliverables meet Lerch Bates quality standards and client expectations

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, owners, property managers, architects, attorneys, contractors, and consultants
• Develop and maintain long‑term client relationships
• Partner with business development teams to prepare proposals, scopes of work, and project budgets
• Identify opportunities to expand services and support business growth initiatives
• Support market development efforts and contribute to industry visibility and reputation

• Mentor, develop, and lead technical staff and project team members
• Provide technical review, coaching, and career development support
  
  Foster a collaborative and high‑performing team environment
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and succession planning efforts

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline)
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred
• 8+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on forensics, rehabilitation, or existing buildings
• Proven experience acting as Engineer of Record on structural repair or retrofit projects
• Strong expertise in structural systems behavior, building failures, and rehabilitation design
• Experience with structural condition assessments, investigations, and repair documentation
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, including report preparation and client presentations
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of building codes and structural rehabilitation practices
• Experience with project budgeting, scope development, and client management preferred
• Proficiency in structural analysis/design software (e.g., RISA, ADAPT, or similar) preferred
• Master’s degree or specialized certifications in structural/forensic engineering preferred

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (starting at 17 days annually)
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Employee assistance and wellness programs

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.