Richard Leentjes
About Richard Leentjes
Richard Leentjes is the Vice President and Eastern Division Engineering Manager at FM Global, with a long history of various engineering roles within the company. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and has completed executive education classes at the University of Michigan.
Current Position at FM Global
Richard Leentjes currently serves as the Vice President - Eastern Division Engineering Manager at FM Global. He has been in this role since 2018. In this position, he oversees engineering operations for the Eastern Division, ensuring that projects meet FM Global’s rigorous standards. His responsibilities include the management and coordination of engineering teams, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and supporting key clients within the division.
Previous Roles at FM Global
Before his current role, Richard Leentjes had a progressive career at FM Global. From 2007 to 2018, he worked as the Vice President - New York Operations Engineering Manager based in Parsippany, New Jersey. He was responsible for leading engineering efforts and managing operations within the New York region. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2007, he held the position of Assistant Vice President - Group Manager Account Engineering in Norwalk, Connecticut. His other roles at FM Global include Group Manager Field Engineering (2002-2005) and Senior Account Engineer (1995-2001) in Parsippany, NJ, and Field Engineer from 1988 to 1995 in Florham Park, NJ.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Richard Leentjes completed his education in Mechanical Engineering at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He attended the institute from 1983 to 1988. His education provided him with the foundational knowledge and technical skills required for his extensive career in engineering management.
Advanced Management Training
Richard Leentjes furthered his education by attending executive education classes in management at the University of Michigan in 1970. This training provided him with advanced management skills, contributing to his proficiency in handling complex engineering operations and leading large teams efficiently.