Lead Telecom Designer​/Engineer

Position Summary

Position Summary: A Lead Telecom Designer/Engineer designs advanced building systems, prepares design documents and performs engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. They train, mentor and provide leadership to design staff which may include directly supervising/managing others. Lead Designers are involved in aspects of business development, corporate operations and risk management activities.

• Prepares or directs the preparation of simple to 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 products for their application.
• Responsible for producing solutions to 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, providing oversight and technical guidance. Takes responsibility for the success of those under their supervision.
• Makes recommendations on project staffing.
• May direct activities of 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.
• Involved in 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. May include 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 communication 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 and understands 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 project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers. Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks.
• Responsible for project coordination activities 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.

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 9 years of relevant experience or 10 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) required.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam…