Transportation Project Manager

Thrasher is a full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a rich resume of project success all throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Our team of skilled experts delivers a vast array of professional services to clients across five major markets: architecture, land development, water resources, transportation, and energy.

We are looking for a Transportation Project Manager, with a focus on bridge design, to join the Charleston, WV office. As a member of the team, you will drive profitability, work on a variety of projects, and collaborate with a team of like-minded professionals. If you are someone that thrives in a fast-paced work environment and looks at tasks with a “can-do” attitude, then check out the job duties below.

In this role, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Developing both statements of qualifications and fee proposals in the pursuit of projects.
• Oversight and monitoring of the design, plan development, and QA/QC reviews of bridge projects.
• Scheduling of project tasks and personnel to complete projects on budget and schedule.
• Proactively identifying schedule, financial or technical issues.
• Preparing detailed project quantity calculations and construction cost estimates as needed.
• Maintaining relationships with clients, subconsultants, public agencies, etc.
• Working with construction inspection personnel, as required to assure that contracted work accomplishes the intent of the design.
• Providing mentorship to junior staff.
• Periodic travel will be required.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS from an ABET accredited university in the field of Civil Engineering.
• Fifteen (15) years’ experience.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in West Virginia or the ability to become licensed within six (6) months.
• Knowledge of civil engineering design practices and an understanding of the WVDOH project development process.
• Past experience with pursuing and obtaining work through the WVDOH Programmatic process.
• Past experience as Project Manager and successful completion of WVDOH projects.
• Experience and knowledge with AASHTO, WVDOH design guidance, CAD-standards, roadway, and right-of-way deliverables.
• Possess the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership and time management skills to keep projects on schedule and on budget.
• Effective meeting skills for both client and public meetings.

Thrasher provides an excellent benefit package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K matching, paid-time off, tuition assistance and much more.

An emphasis is placed on professional development which includes structured goal setting and specialized training opportunities.   Professional development is monitored and recognized bonuses and annual salary reviews.

In promoting a family-oriented culture, we recognize the importance of work life balance and schedule flexibility.

The Thrasher Group conducts pre-employment drug screens and background checks on all applicants who accept offers of employment.  Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition of employment.  “EEO/AA/E-Verify