Project Manager - Water Resources

The Thrasher Group • Charleston, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Thrasher Group is a full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a proven track record of project success across the Mid-Atlantic region. Our multidisciplinary team delivers professional services to clients in five core markets: architecture, land development, water resources, transportation, and energy. We are seeking a Water Resources Engineer to work in a project manager capacity out of our Charleston, WV office. Our engineers have the opportunity to design projects in cities and municipalities where their work makes a real and lasting impact.

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience
• Exceptional presentation and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage projects and guide teams
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
• Periodic travel to project sites required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification highly desired; ability to obtain PE considered

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing service area utility assets and develop recommendations for rehabilitation or replacement
• Support the design of water line and sanitary sewer line rehabilitation and replacement projects
• Monitor construction phase performance and adherence to plans and specifications; assist with submittments, RFIs, correspondence, and change orders
• Coordinate environmental studies, permitting, alternative analyses, and other technical deliverables
• Identify future project opportunities and emerging client needs
• Ensure clear project communication between team members and clients
• Deliver formal presentations to clients, stakeholders, the public, and regulatory agencies
• Attend networking events, trade shows, and technical conferences for business development
• Build and maintain client relationships through strong project delivery
• Incorporate engineering considerations into water and wastewater system designs, including pump selection, valve sizing, and mechanical equipment layout
• Support troubleshooting and performance evaluation of mechanical systems during construction and commissioning

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• tuition assistance
• professional development through structured goal setting, specialized training, performance bonuses, and annual salary reviews
• schedule flexibility within a family-oriented culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level