At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life - and keeping them in shape long after the doors open.
As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.
It's What We Do
We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.
It's How We're Different
We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here:
Position Summary: A Senior Fire Engineer in our Business sector, designs the most complex advanced building systems, prepares design documents and performs engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. They solve the most complex engineering problems and train, mentor and provide senior leadership to design staff which may include directly supervising others. Senior Engineers are heavily involved in business development, corporate operations and risk management activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Directs and oversees the preparation of simple to the most complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
- Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
- Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
- Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment. Evaluates and recommends products for their application.
- Responsible for producing solutions to the most complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
- Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
- Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers across teams or practices, providing oversight and technical guidance. Takes responsibility for the success of those under their direct supervision.
- Makes recommendations on project staffing.
- Directs the activities of project technical and administrative staff.
- Strives to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
- Assists Technical Managers and directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level. Carries out and champions directives from technical and other leaders.
- Influences the development of tools, resources and company practices.
- Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
- Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins, including providing final reviews for projects under purview.
- Takes the lead in developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
- Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
- Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work. Maintains proactive communications throughout the project cycle.
- Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects. Acts as a resource to others and directs in fact-finding and/or assists with answering questions.
- Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
- Resolves conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
- Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
- Identifies, understands and shares emerging technologies and industry trends and stays up to date on evolving codes and standards.
- Proactively shares information and updates and related ideas and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders.
- Understands, teaches and applies Henderson's design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs a range of project management responsibilities in alignment with the expectations of design leads overseeing discipline staff or technical consultants. Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks and acts as a resource for project coordination.
- Responsible for or delegates and oversees project coordination activities for their discipline such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, coordinating design team, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery.
- Consistently performs to a higher standard of industry-wide expectations associated with carrying a PE license and being enabled as an Engineer of Record (EOR), including making reasonable engineering decisions and delivering the highest quality of work and accountability to projects.
- May be enabled as an Engineer of Record, having additional involvement, oversight, responsibility and accountability for the overall signing and sealing of the project.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred. 12 years of relevant experience and high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- PE license required and may be counted toward 1 year of relevant experience.
- Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) required.
- Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
- Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
- Expert knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types required.
- Working knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods required.
- Working knowledge of Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
- High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes. Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
- Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers. Ability to also work independently as needed.
- Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
- Ability to prioritize, execute and/or direct multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
- Must be a self-starter, proactive and willing to teach, manage and/or help others as needed.
- Must be trustworthy and capable of handling sensitive information.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Pay Transparency:
Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.
Denver - $132,000 to $198,000
Las Vegas - $126,000 to $189,000
Los Angeles - $139,200 to $208,800
New York City - $146,400 to $219,600
Washington DC - $139,200 to $208,800
Let's Talk Perks
We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.
Culture
- Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
- Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
- Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
- Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
- Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
- Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
- Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
Benefits
- Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
- Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
- Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
- Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
- Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
- Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)
More information can be found here -
Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.
Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.
All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.
To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.
NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT
Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.
At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life - and keeping them in shape long after the doors open.
As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.
It's What We Do
We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.
It's How We're Different
We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here:
Position Summary: A Senior Fire Engineer in our Business sector, designs the most complex advanced building systems, prepares design documents and performs engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. They solve the most complex engineering problems and train, mentor and provide senior leadership to design staff which may include directly supervising others. Senior Engineers are heavily involved in business development, corporate operations and risk management activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Directs and oversees the preparation of simple to the most complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
- Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
- Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
- Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment. Evaluates and recommends products for their application.
- Responsible for producing solutions to the most complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
- Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
- Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers across teams or practices, providing oversight and technical guidance. Takes responsibility for the success of those under their direct supervision.
- Makes recommendations on project staffing.
- Directs the activities of project technical and administrative staff.
- Strives to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
- Assists Technical Managers and directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level. Carries out and champions directives from technical and other leaders.
- Influences the development of tools, resources and company practices.
- Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
- Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins, including providing final reviews for projects under purview.
- Takes the lead in developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
- Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
- Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work. Maintains proactive communications throughout the project cycle.
- Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects. Acts as a resource to others and directs in fact-finding and/or assists with answering questions.
- Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
- Resolves conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
- Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
- Identifies, understands and shares emerging technologies and industry trends and stays up to date on evolving codes and standards.
- Proactively shares information and updates and related ideas and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders.
- Understands, teaches and applies Henderson's design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs a range of project management responsibilities in alignment with the expectations of design leads overseeing discipline staff or technical consultants. Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks and acts as a resource for project coordination.
- Responsible for or delegates and oversees project coordination activities for their discipline such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, coordinating design team, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery.
- Consistently performs to a higher standard of industry-wide expectations associated with carrying a PE license and being enabled as an Engineer of Record (EOR), including making reasonable engineering decisions and delivering the highest quality of work and accountability to projects.
- May be enabled as an Engineer of Record, having additional involvement, oversight, responsibility and accountability for the overall signing and sealing of the project.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred. 12 years of relevant experience and high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- PE license required and may be counted toward 1 year of relevant experience.
- Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) required.
- Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
- Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
- Expert knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types required.
- Working knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods required.
- Working knowledge of Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
- High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes. Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
- Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers. Ability to also work independently as needed.
- Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
- Ability to prioritize, execute and/or direct multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
- Must be a self-starter, proactive and willing to teach, manage and/or help others as needed.
- Must be trustworthy and capable of handling sensitive information.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Pay Transparency:
Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.
Denver - $132,000 to $198,000
Las Vegas - $126,000 to $189,000
Los Angeles - $139,200 to $208,800
New York City - $146,400 to $219,600
Washington DC - $139,200 to $208,800
Let's Talk Perks
We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.
Culture
- Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
- Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
- Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
- Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
- Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
- Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
- Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
Benefits
- Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
- Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
- Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
- Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
- Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
- Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)
More information can be found here -
Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.
Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.
All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.
To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.
NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT
Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.
