Plumbing Design Engineer Lead - Science & Technology

Henderson Engineers • Lenexa, KS

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About The Position

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings. We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process. 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. We provide total building system design services across multiple high-growth markets 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, & venue.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 11 years of relevant experience, or 13 years of experience without degree required.
• Advanced 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).
• Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods (required).
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu (required).
• Professional Engineering (PE) license highly preferred.
• Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation highly preferred.
• 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.
• Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.

Responsibilities

• Preparing or directing the preparation of simple to complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Leading project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
• Reviewing shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Performing research and making recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment.
• Responsible for producing solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
• Ensuring that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
• Proactively advising and mentoring less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
• May direct activities of technical and administrative staff.
• Striving to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
• Assisting Technical Managers and Directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level.
• Involved in the development of tools, resources and company practices.
• Implementing and reinforcing design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
• Overseeing the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins.
• Taking the lead in developing, establishing, and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
• Participating in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Fostering a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
• Communicating with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work.
• Maintaining proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
• Anticipating and answering questions from clients and architects.
• Visiting job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Resolving conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
• Performing a range of project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Hours
• Casual Dress Code
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health and Wellness Initiatives
• Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership
• Clear Career Path Options
• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Training for Professional Development
• Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance
• Paid Term Life and Disability
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time off
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree