Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager
Required Skills
Job Description
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: https://youtu.be/AIt17t\_uJ\-A?si\=oSMy5zQeUcb\_faE3
Henderson Engineers is looking to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager to join their Community Sector. A Senior Engineering Manager is a senior technical leader with broad responsibilities related to the health, growth and performance of engineers within a sector. They are responsible for leading a team of engineers, driving technical excellence and operational efficiency through discipline\-specific operational oversight, people development and strategic resource management to ensure the organization consistently delivers high\-quality work while supporting the professional growth of its technical staff. They maintain a strong technical presence while guiding staff to execute the technical vision and strategy of the sector.
**Required Qualifications:**
* Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
* Minimum 15 years of relevant progressive experience required.
* Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role 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.
* Proficient knowledge and understanding of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods required.
* Working knowledge of current and industry specific tools and software required, including BIM modeling, markup and annotation, workflow and task management applications.
* High emotional intelligence and ability to lead with empathy and clarity, navigate performance conversations constructively and support team members through challenge and change.
* High technical aptitude with ability to learn, understand, and utilize various systems and processes. Experience and comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
* Proven track record of developing high\-performing teams, aligning them with organizational goals, and fostering cross\-discipline collaboration.
* Proven track record of serving as a connector between teams, leadership and business functions, translating vision into action and culture into practice.
* Experience in championing the growth of others through mentorship, coaching and cultivating a pipeline of future leaders.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills with the 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 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.
* 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 Qualificat
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: https://youtu.be/AIt17t\_uJ\-A?si\=oSMy5zQeUcb\_faE3
Henderson Engineers is looking to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager to join their Community Sector. A Senior Engineering Manager is a senior technical leader with broad responsibilities related to the health, growth and performance of engineers within a sector. They are responsible for leading a team of engineers, driving technical excellence and operational efficiency through discipline\-specific operational oversight, people development and strategic resource management to ensure the organization consistently delivers high\-quality work while supporting the professional growth of its technical staff. They maintain a strong technical presence while guiding staff to execute the technical vision and strategy of the sector.
**Required Qualifications:**
* Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
* Minimum 15 years of relevant progressive experience required.
* Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role 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.
* Proficient knowledge and understanding of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods required.
* Working knowledge of current and industry specific tools and software required, including BIM modeling, markup and annotation, workflow and task management applications.
* High emotional intelligence and ability to lead with empathy and clarity, navigate performance conversations constructively and support team members through challenge and change.
* High technical aptitude with ability to learn, understand, and utilize various systems and processes. Experience and comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
* Proven track record of developing high\-performing teams, aligning them with organizational goals, and fostering cross\-discipline collaboration.
* Proven track record of serving as a connector between teams, leadership and business functions, translating vision into action and culture into practice.
* Experience in championing the growth of others through mentorship, coaching and cultivating a pipeline of future leaders.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills with the 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 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.
* 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 Qualificat
Posted: 2026-03-12