Julie Pierce
Community Sector Executive | Principal
BUILDING CONNECTIONS ACROSS COMMUNITIES
We know that community matters. And with our vision to build a better world, we do our part by creating sustainable spaces where people can gather to connect with new cultures, ideas, and activities. Our Community Sector experts take pride in our ability to keep a finger on the pulse of local legislation changes and community needs nationwide. We design environments with the latest innovations and technology where new discoveries are investigated, future leaders are educated, and communities are kept safe and welcoming for all.
Explore our Community Sector practices and learn more about our relevant project experience. Discover more about Henderson’s extensive experience in other market sectors here.
COMMUNITY SECTOR
Our leaders are industry experts, well-respected for their experience, drive, and people-first approach. Full of passion, creativity, and wisdom, our leadership is highly collaborative and committed to delivering nothing but the best. Henderson’s vision is to build a better world, and we believe that starts with leaders who embody our company culture and core values.
Community SECTOR LEADERS
Doug Everhart
Community Sector K-12 Education Practice Director | Principal
Chris Greer
Community Sector Design & Construction Director | Associate
Carl Holden
Community Sector Technical Director | Principal
Mike McCluskey
Community Sector Operations Director | Principal
Danny McGrail
Community Sector Science & Technology Practice Director | Associate
Omid Mottahed
Community Sector Civic Practice Director | Principal
Simon Ubhi
Community Sector Higher Education Practice Director | Principal
CONSTRUCTION OR COMMISSIONING HELP?
We believe good design requires great building partners to bring it to life. Our sister company, Henderson Building Solutions, bridges the gap between design, construction, and ongoing building maintenance. Together, we seamlessly combine our engineering knowledge with in-the-field expertise to provide an unmatched client experience.
We could tell you all day how we always find new ways to innovate, but we’d rather let our projects speak for themselves. Browse our project gallery to discover what we’ve been working on in the Business Sector.
Our people are always up to great things. Flip through the stories below to stay up to date on latest the latest news, awards, and announcements from Henderson.
May 1, 2022
Henderson Ascends to #129 on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms List
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Magazine
Henderson places 11 positions higher than last year, and is one of only 10 firms headquartered in Kansas City to earn recognition.
Read MoreApril 6, 2022
KC Business Journal Interviews Henderson Leaders About ESOP Transition
Kansas City Business Journal
CEO Kevin Lewis and President-Emeritus Rich Smith discuss the transformative move to 100% employee ownership.
Read MoreMay 1, 2022
Ingram’s Magazine Names Henderson Principal Among 50 Kansans You Should Know
Ingram’s Magazine
Julie Pierce, community sector executive at Henderson Engineers, earned a spot in the 2022 “50 Kansans You Should Know” list by Ingram’s Magazine.
Read MoreApril 5, 2022
Henderson Becomes Employee-Owned Company
Henderson Companies, the parent company of Henderson Engineers and Henderson Building Solutions, has become a 100% employee-owned firm.
Read MoreMarch 24, 2022
AutoDesk University Publishes Henderson Article on DfMA, Generative Design, and BIM Automation
Autodesk University
Henderson technical directors outline how DfMA, Generative Design, and BIM Automation can be implemented within building systems design.
Read MoreMarch 23, 2022
Henderson Pledges to Diversify its Supply Chain
Startland News
Henderson Engineers commits to diversifying its supply chain and to support small businesses through its buying decisions.
Read MoreJanuary 26, 2022
KC Business Journal Interviews Henderson’s New CEO
Kansas City Business Journal
Kevin Lewis discusses his new role, what he envisions for Henderson's future, his 20-year career, his family, and more.
Read MoreJanuary 6, 2022
Henderson Principal Participates in Best Places to Work Roundtable
Kansas City Business Journal
Community Sector Executive Julie Pierce took part in a panel about company culture with other leaders from the Best Places to Work in KC.
Read MoreJanuary 25, 2022
Henderson Announces New CEO/President and New Structure
Henderson is proud to name Kevin Lewis as the next CEO & President of Henderson Engineers, and the president of Henderson Companies.
Read MoreDecember 9, 2021
Henderson Principal Featured in People & Projects to Know Magazine
People & Projects to Know Magazine
Omid Mottahed, civic practice director at Henderson Engineers, is listed among the most influential commercial real estate experts in Arizona.
Read MoreWe’re an organization of innovators and idea-generators, and we love to share what we know with others. Scroll our thought leadership library for technical expertise, design discoveries, industry trainings, and more from the brains behind the building systems.
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