Fire Designer/Engineer; Mid - Sr
Job Description
Position Overview
At Henderson, we’re about more than just buildings – we’re about the people, experiences, and potential within them. As a company of problem-solvers and innovators, we are known for our technical excellence and our ability to develop out-of-the-box solutions, integrating the building design and construction process. As an ESOP, every employee-owner plays a vital role in our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience.
A Fire Designer/Engineer III is responsible for designing basic to advanced building systems, preparing design documents, and performing engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and other disciplines. This role also involves mentoring less experienced designers, supporting project management activities, and providing technical guidance across various functions including drafting and design, business development, client experience, continuous learning, and project management.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting & Design:
- Performs calculations and designs basic to advanced engineering systems with a high degree of independence.
- Prepares basic to advanced system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
- Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
- Prepares, reviews, and/or modifies reports, plans, and design documents for projects.
- Performs research and makes recommendations regarding the feasibility of systems or equipment and evaluates products for their application.
- Provides technical guidance to other team members and assumes a team leader role as needed.
- Carries out other related duties as assigned.
- Business Development:
- Assists with developing, establishing, and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers to support business development and pursuit activities.
- Participates in client, company, and industry events to foster and maintain professional relationships.
- Client Experience:
- Fosters a client‑centric mindset and approach both individually and within the team.
- Communicates with clients to develop and coordinate requirements and scope of work, ensuring proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
- Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects.
- Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and monitor construction progress.
- Assists in resolving conflicts among owners, architects, and contractors as needed.
- Continuous Learning & Development:
- Identifies and addresses gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on an ongoing basis.
- Proactively pursues opportunities for continuous learning and stays updated on industry software such as Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office Products while also providing training support to others when needed.
- Researches and reviews new products, industry trends, and evolving codes and standards.
- Shares information, updates, and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders.
- Adheres to Henderson’s design guidelines, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Project Management:
- Performs a limited range of project management responsibilities as assigned.