Building Science and Building Flow Solutions for the Built Environment

Who We Are

Lerch Bates is a global consulting and engineering firm that specializes in Building Science and Building Flow. With over 75 years of experience, we collaborate with architects, developers, owners, managers, and contractors to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for the built environment. As an employee-owned company (ESOP), our 350+ experts worldwide ensure top-notch service across all sectors and building types.

What We Do

We offer a comprehensive range of services in Building Science and Building Flow, covering every aspect of building performance from concept to completion and long-term asset management.

• Building Science: We apply our expertise in structural engineering, facade access, sustainability, and building enclosure commissioning to ensure that buildings are safe, efficient, comfortable and resilient.
• Building Flow: We apply our expertise in vertical transportation, materials management, pedestrian circulation and building logistics to ensure that buildings are functional, accessible and adaptable.

How We Do It

• Our integrated team delivery gives our clients access to a wide range of Built Environment technical experts in nearly all specialty areas via one project manager while streamlining their contracts and communications.
• We use advanced tools and technologies such as digital twins, BIM and analytics alongside proprietary Lerch Bates software and data to create, simulate and optimize building performance scenarios.
• We provide independent and impartial advice as well as quality assurance and quality control to help you achieve long-term ROI.

Why Choose Us

• We are the trusted advisors and partners of the world’s leading architects, developers, owners, property managers and contractors.
• Some of the most iconic and complex projects in the world, such as the Burj Khalifa, the Shanghai Tower, the Petronas Towers, the Sydney Opera House, and the Louvre Abu Dhabi relied on Lerch Bates’s technical expertise to bring their innovative plans to life. Check out more of our projects here.
• We have a proven track record of delivering high-quality and cost-effective solutions that enhance the value, functionality and aesthetics of buildings.
• We have a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration driven by our passion for building performance, our commitment to our clients and our ownership mindset as an ESOP.