Project Manager - Energy

Project ManagerThe Thrasher Group has been improving the communities where we live and work since 1983 – not as outside consultants, but as residents and neighbors. Thrasher is the largest privately owned architecture, engineering, and surveying firm in West Virginia, and maintains a growing presence in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Our roots throughout central Appalachia and the Mid-Atlantic region have allowed us to build a reputation for doing meaningful work for communities of all sizes. Thrasher provides real opportunities to be a part of vital projects, handle real-world responsibility, and develop a career that grows with you. Our multi-disciplinary teams work across the full life cycle of a project and with an array of industry professionals – giving you the knowledge and experience to do more. In short, we're not a stepping stone. Thrasher is a firm where people build better careers and better communities, all in the places they call home.As our energy practice expands rapidly across the region, we are seeking a Project Manager with a strong civil site development background to lead energy infrastructure projects while also supporting our established Land Development team. This role sits at the intersection of two growing practice areas: utility-scale energy development — solar, storage, substations, and utility corridors — and a broad portfolio of commercial, residential, industrial, and recreational land development work.Key ResponsibilitiesLead civil site design for utility-scale energy projects including solar farms, substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and utility corridorsOversee preparation of permitting and construction plans for energy and land development projects, including design, layout, grading, drainage, stormwater management, access roads, and E&S controlsPerform or review calculations for design, grade lines, alignments, and drainageCoordinate with energy developers, utilities, agencies, and equipment vendors throughout the project life cycleManage permitting efforts across federal, state, and local regulatory bodies for energy and land development projectsPrepare detailed project cost estimatesAssist clients with bidding and construction administrationCoordinate with construction inspection personnel and review daily field reports to ensure contracted work meets design intentManage all aspects of project delivery including client communication, financial management, and internal and external team coordinationMentor and develop junior staffParticipate in business development including client meetings, proposals, RFQ submissions, and strategic planning with division leadership and marketing staffWhat You'll BringEducation: BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; other engineering degrees considered based on relevant experienceExperience: 5–15 years of experience preferred; demonstrated experience with energy infrastructure or utility-scale civil site development strongly preferredLicensure: PE certification requiredEnergy expertise: Familiarity with energy development permitting, interconnection requirements, or construction administration for energy projects a plusSkills: Strong project management, communication, and client relationship skillsBenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; a Health Savings Account with company contributions; company-paid short- and long-term disability; and a $100,000 life insurance policy paid for by the company. We also offer supplemental life, dental, and vision insurance, along with accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage for added peace of mind. We invest in our employees' futures through a traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to a 4% company match, profit sharing, and discretionary bonuses. Employees enjoy paid time off, paid parental leave, and support for continuing education and professional registrations, plus assistance with warehouse club memberships, gym fees, and race entry fees. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer schedule flexibility within a family-oriented culture, including Flex Fridays — a chance for employees to wrap up early once their week's work is done.