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HBS Engineering - VHT Consultant I

Henderson Engineers
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing
United States
Dec 03, 2025
At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process. 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 services across multiple high-growth markets 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, & 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 dream up innovative solutions for industry-wide problems, design 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 Position Summary: The VHT Consultant I supports the design, assessment, and modernization of elevator and escalator systems. This position is ideal for an early career elevator professional and will work across a range of sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and government to provide field assessments, design development, technical insight, and learn the VHT assessment & design domain. This position offers a mix of field-based elevator assessments and inspections, report writing, client interaction, and internal collaboration in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and requires strict adherence to all relevant elevator field safety practices. Key Responsibilities: Assist with field assessments, maintenance audits, modernization surveys, and inspections under guidance. Draft maintenance and modernization surveys specifications with supervision. Review basic submittals and shop drawings for compliance. Contribute to construction drawings. Read and interpret construction drawings with support. Support new elevator design by preparing base layouts, code research and technical data under direction of more senior consultants. Assist with traffic studies by compiling building data and inputting into Elevate or other software under supervision Support client interactions by attending meetings and preparing notes. Provide timely updates and draft technical recommendations. Prepare basic reports, lists and proposals. Collaborate closely with internal teams by sharing data and insights. Participate in design reviews and learn coordination practices. Seek feedback to ensure deliverable quality. Provide input on new design coordination efforts as part of multi-disciplinary teams. Support proposal efforts by contributing technical content. Identify potential opportunities through project involvement. Assist with scoping and planning and forecasting under direction of more senior consultants. Provide baseline technical input for pursuits involving new elevator design Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management preferred 0-2 years of experience in the elevator/escalator industry (OEM, maintenance, modernization) or 4 or more years of experience without a bachelor's degree in a preferred field Working knowledge of ASME A17.1, A17.2, NFPA 70, and IBC Ability to interpret technical drawings, specs, and construction documents with support from senior staff Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and project platforms such as ClickUp and Procore Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience writing or reviewing specifications Willingness to obtain OSHA 10/30 or other site safety credentials Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description Other duties as assigned Regular travel to client sites and construction zones Must be able to traverse ladders and access hoist ways, pits, and mechanical rooms Exposure to typical jobsite conditions: noise, dust, and moving equipment Ability to move up to 50 lbs. and work in confined or elevated spaces Required to wear appropriate PPE Let's Talk Perks We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy. Culture Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.) Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.) Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.) Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.) Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.) Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.) Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.) Benefits Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.) Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.) Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.) Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.) Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.) Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.) Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.) Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!) Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.) More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/. Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program. Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment. All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment. To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails. NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. 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