Commissioning Director – Mission Critical, Data Centers

Henderson Engineers

Director overseeing mission critical commissioning practice for data centers at Henderson Building Solutions. Building teams, managing budgets, and ensuring project delivery.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeLenexa • Kansas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversees all operational areas of commissioning within the mission critical business unit through direct supervision of commissioning personnel for project execution and is accountable for meeting company quality standards across individual purview.
Assists HBS leadership to procure opportunities that align with the mission critical commissioning strategy.
Leads communication and collaboration across the mission critical commissioning practice to ensure consistency across projects.
Assesses and coordinates the staffing and resource needs for mission critical commissioning in collaboration with the VP of Commissioning.
Implements process changes in alignment with company strategies and processes to improve client experience.
Strategizes the technical needs of the commissioning practice to develop and implement appropriate tools, processes and procedures.
Develops the annual budget for mission critical commissioning in cooperation with the VP of Commissioning, tracks revenue margins and conducts budget reviews to maximize profits.
Evaluates mission critical commissioning team’s financial performance, adjusts operations accordingly and provides reports and presentations on all aspects of practice performance as requested by HBS leadership.
Oversees effective management of employee relations and personnel matters including all employment actions within the mission critical commissioning team.
Collaborates with organizational, sector, practice and/or office leadership to foster an engaged, dynamic employee culture and lead company-wide events and initiatives.
Partners with regional commissioning directors to identify opportunities and gaps in employee development efforts and respond with appropriate action.
Maintains a national-level knowledge and presence across the mission critical commissioning practice and industry to inform project pursuits and execution.
Builds and maintains client relationships across all geographically strategic locations.
Utilizes all service lines to grow presence within commissioning and better support clients.
Assists HBS and commissioning leadership, as needed, to develop and/or implement plans for the growth and development of the commissioning group.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in any engineering discipline required.
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience required, including a minimum of five (5) years leadership/management experience (e.g., personnel management, project management, program direction, strategic leadership).
History of building strong teams to improve the client experience and drive business results.
Proven track record in engaging with clients and maintaining effective relationships over time.
Demonstrated ability to achieve measurable results based on client satisfaction.
Demonstrated understanding and participation in professional networks in the AEC industry.
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel required up to 25% of time