Plumbing Engineering Manager

Henderson Engineers

. Lead, manage and mentor a team of discipline-aligned engineers and designers .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDenver • Arizona • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $132,000 - $198,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert knowledge in engineering design, project management, and team leadership, with a strong focus on collaboration, quality assurance, and adherence to industry standards. Proficient in utilizing engineering design software and managing project resources effectively while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Engineering LicenseEngineering Design ProficiencyRevit and Bluebeam RevuProject Management and SchedulingTeam Leadership and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignProject ManagementQuality AssuranceEarned Value ManagementConstruction ProcessesDesign DocumentationSystem LayoutsCodes and StandardsTechnical Problem-SolvingPerformance as Engineer of Record

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceEffective CommunicationCollaborationConstructive FeedbackTrust-Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteEngineering Design SoftwareRevitBluebeam Revu

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering LicenseBEMPCPDCDPNICETRCDD

Industry Keywords

A&E IndustryDesign GuidelinesProject CoordinationClient MeetingsEmerging TechnologiesIndustry TrendsPerformance FeedbackCareer GuidanceContinuous ImprovementHigh-Performance Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, manage and mentor a team of discipline-aligned engineers and designers
Develop and execute design projects while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
Act as hiring manager and career coach, conducting interviews and providing performance feedback and career guidance
Participate in project scheduling meetings and monitor progress against project objectives
Manage project staff resources and discipline budgets cross-functionally
Improve project and design quality through quality reviews and regular check-ins
Apply and teach Henderson’s design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures
Oversee project coordination, including scope, schedule, design team coordination, client meetings, quality and project delivery
Direct and oversee preparation of design documents, system layouts, drawings, schematics and specifications
Lead project and design efforts from concept design through completion
Review shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications
Research system and equipment feasibility and recommend products
Solve complex engineering and design challenges
Ensure drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements
Communicate with clients and architects regarding requirements and scope
Visit job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress
Resolve conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors
Identify and share emerging technologies, industry trends, codes and standards
Perform responsibilities associated with carrying a PE license and/or serving as Engineer of Record

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred
Minimum 12 years of relevant progressive experience required
Professional Engineering license preferred
Additional certifications aligning with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred
Performance as an Engineer of Record (EOR) preferred
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 and ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to function in a highly collaborative environment and lead less experienced designers
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
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies described in the job description

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary range of $132,000 - $198,000 for Denver, subject to geographic cost of labor differentials