A​/V Sr Designer

Overview

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 out-of-the-box solutions in 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 essential to our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. Team Henderson has a people-first culture and a diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

Position Summary: A Sr A/V Designer in our Venue 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. Sr Designers are heavily involved in business development, corporate operations and risk management activities.

• 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…