Henderson Engineers · 1 week ago
Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expHenderson Engineers is a company focused on innovation and client experience in the building design and construction industry. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager who will lead a team of engineers and designers, ensuring technical excellence and operational efficiency while fostering a collaborative culture. The role involves both leadership and hands-on design responsibilities, contributing to complex building systems projects.
CommercialIndustrial EngineeringMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leads, manages and mentors a team of discipline-aligned engineers and designers within assigned sector, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture while developing and executing design projects
Acts as a hiring manager and career coach, attending interviews and providing performance feedback and guidance on skills progression and career development
Participates in project scheduling meetings to ensure staff assignments are well-matched to project scopes. Validates and monitors progress to ensure project objectives are being met
Provides direct, hands-on coaching and conducts individualized meetings to provide feedback and guide goal setting
Assists sector leaders with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level
Champions directives from technical and other leaders, facilitating upward feedback to leadership
Collaborates cross-functionally to manage project staff resources and discipline budgets
Facilitates the process to improve project and design quality within their team, utilizing the quality review process and regular check-ins. May directly provide final reviews for projects under purview
Understands, teaches and applies Henderson’s design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures and acts as a technical resource to their team
Responsible for or delegates and oversees project coordination activities for their team 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
Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team
Proactively shares information, updates, related ideas and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders
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
Produces 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
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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
Minimum 12 years of relevant progressive experience required
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
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus
Demonstrated history of building trust-based relationships within teams and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
High emotional intelligence and ability to lead with empathy and clarity, navigate performance conversations constructively and support team members through challenge and change
Demonstrated interest in growing others through regular feedback, career guidance and skills-based mentoring
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, execute and/or direct multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching
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
Preferred
Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred
Additional certifications aligning with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred
Sustainability certifications (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred
Performance as an Engineer of Record (EOR) preferred
Benefits
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.)
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.)
Company
Henderson Engineers
Henderson Engineers is a national building systems design firm. We provide a wide array of design services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Lewis
CEO & President | Board of Directors
Darrell Stein
Principal
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