Elevator Project Manager

Department: Vertical TransportationLerch Bates is seeking an Elevator Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of vertical transportation projects. This role works closely with consultants, clients, contractors, and internal teams to manage project activities, maintain schedules, and support project delivery from initiation through completion.This position offers an opportunity to build technical expertise in the vertical transportation industry while gaining hands-on experience with elevator systems, modernization projects, construction coordination, and client management. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in developing long-term expertise in a specialized and growing industry.About Lerch BatesLerch 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, which fosters an ownership mindset and accountability in everything we do. At Lerch Bates, your expertise matters, your voice carries weight, and your work directly contributes to our shared success as OneLB.What You’ll DoThe 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.Project Coordination & DeliverySupport the planning and execution of elevator and vertical transportation projects from initiation through completionCoordinate project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and timelines to maintain successful project executionCommunicate with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal teams regarding project status and updatesParticipate in project meetings, bid meetings, and client progress callsMonitor project progress and identify schedule risks or project issues requiring attentionSupport project documentation, reporting, and deliverable trackingProject Management & Client SupportServe as a point of contact for assigned projects and support day-to-day client communicationMaintain project information and workflows using project management tools and internal systemsAssist with quality control reviews and verify deliverables meet project expectations and standardsCoordinate internal resources and project assignments to support successful executionTravel periodically for project meetings, field visits, and client-facing activitiesTechnical DevelopmentBuild technical knowledge of elevators, escalators, and vertical transportation systemsDevelop technical writing skills and assist with project documentation and reportingGain experience evaluating project conditions and supporting problem-solving efforts for clients and project teamsWhat You’ll BringBachelor’s degree preferred; Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related fields preferredExperience through previous employment, internships, co-ops, or project work preferredKnowledge of construction practices, building systems, mechanical systems, or electrical systems preferredStrong project coordination, organizational, and time management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailAbility to quickly learn technical concepts and industry-specific informationStrong written and verbal communication skillsCustomer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skillsExperience with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and OutlookExperience with Bluebeam preferredAbility to travel periodically for project and client-related activities (approximately 10–25%)Why Work with Lerch Bates? Competitive compensationHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off (starting at 17 days annually)9 paid holidays401(k) with employer matchEmployee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)Paid parental leaveProfessional development and tuition reimbursementPerformance-based incentives and bonusesEmployee assistance and wellness programsBe 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 ValuesOwnership Community Integrity Respect OptimismWorking EnvironmentThis role involves both physical and mental demands and may be performed in various settings, including offices, construction sites, and confined spaces like elevator pits. Tasks often require frequent movement in multiple directions. Lerch Bates will provide reasonable accommodation upon request through Human Resources.Physical DemandsThis role requires regular sitting, talking, and hearing in meetings and by phone. Employees must navigate tight spaces, climb ladders, move around construction sites, take measurements, and travel by car, air, or rail. Duties may involve working at heights and in confined spaces, using hands for tasks like typing and operating elevator components, and applying up to 30 lbs. of force. Close visual attention is also required.Mental DemandsThis position requires strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Employees must interpret complex information, apply mathematical and logical reasoning, quickly learn new skills, and manage detailed, multitask workloads under shifting deadlines. Regular interaction with executives, colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders is also expected.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.