Elevator Consultant

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking consultant with relevant expertise in the Vertical Transportation/Elevator industry. If you are an experienced elevator or design professional with a passion for driving business results, then we want to speak to you! The Consultant is the expert in Vertical Transportation for our clients and provides insightful solutions to meet clients’ needs. If you enjoy working collaboratively with skilled teammates and providing dynamic solutions to clients, apply for this role today! What You’ll Do Generate customer pipeline by marketing LB services for all given lines of business in the service area. This may include but is not limited to exhibiting at regional conferences, conducting client lunches and learns, visiting potential and current client locations, and writing industry-specific blogs and articles. Participate in all aspects of project development, including but not limited to bid and contract development, conceptual planning, design, construction administration, maintenance audits, site safety and equipment inspections, and modernization projects for vertical transportation systems. Manage active projects to ensure client satisfaction, quality, timeliness of delivery, and timely billing and payment. Assist with the planning, coordination, billing, delivery, and all other activities associated with other business lines in the assigned service area as requested. Provide scheduled and requested reports to business support functions and leadership as requested, including but not limited to equipment and systems status, percentage of work completed, billing percentages, contract additions, change orders, and deficiencies lists. Maintain current knowledge and understanding of industry operational and equipment trends. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hat, or other safety requirements of LB or the general contractor when performing on-site field work, inspections, audits, surveys, construction administrative services, etc. Require travel to and visit potential and current client locations in the Pacific Northwest. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture (preferred). 3-5 years of experience required; elevator industry experience strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of the industry. Expert knowledge in one or more of the following areas: elevators, escalators, moving walkways, mid- and/or high-rise building design, specifications, and analysis, or other vertical transportation equipment. Knowledge and adherence to applicable industry ASME codes, standards, and safety rules. Strong project management skills, including the ability to coordinate the design and implementation of systems with the architectural team, building owner, management companies, municipalities, etc. Excellent organizational skills and an ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong negotiation skills. Strong deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills. Ability to execute tasks with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, managing multiple projects and priorities. Ability to work effectively with all levels of Consultants and Designers, build partnerships, and direct team. Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis. Intermediate or better proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Acrobat and PowerPoint, CAD/Drawing review software, CAD deliverables, Project Time Recording Syste. QEI/CEI certification (strongly preferred). Certification may be substituted for 1-2 years of previous experience. Benefits Competitive Compensation Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage options Paid Time Off (PTO) – Includes vacation, sick leave, and personal days; starts at 17 days per year and increases with tenure Paid Holidays – 9 company-recognized holidays per year Retirement & Stock Programs – 401(k) with up to 6% employer match and 100% employer-provided Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance – Employer-paid coverage with voluntary options for additional protection Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for mental health and well-being Paid Parental Leave Charitable & Volunteer Time Off Incentive & Performance-Based Bonuses Education & Training Support – Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Additional Perks – Birthday bonus, paid business travel, military leave, jury duty, bereavement leave, and optional accident/critical illness coverage Physical Demands This 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 Demands This 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 Eligibility 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lerch Bates