Thomas & Hutton

Project Manager - Civil Site Development at Thomas & Hutton (Columbia, SC)

Thomas & Hutton· Columbia, SC·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Advance your civil engineering career where your work shapes residential communities and site development projects across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll lead impactful projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and build strong client relationships within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re an experienced engineer who thrives in a client-focused, project leadership role, this position is for you.

What you'll do

  • Manage one or multiple civil site development projects for residential and private sector clients
  • Prepare and oversee the development of construction drawings for water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructure
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure successful project delivery
  • Lead proposal preparation and fee development efforts
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams
  • Visit client offices and project sites to support project execution and business development
  • Oversee engineering work and interface with other disciplines as needed
  • Monitor project progress using accounting and project tracking tools
  • Supervise and mentor engineers and technicians as part of project teams
  • Communicate project status, risks, and solutions effectively

What you bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • 6+ years of experience in civil engineering design and project management
  • Experience producing residential site design plans and working with residential clients
  • Strong understanding of civil site design, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems
  • Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, preferably Civil 3D
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach
  • Demonstrated business development skills
  • Strong leadership abilities with experience supervising project teams
  • Understanding of business financial metrics and project performance tracking
  • Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Why Thomas & Hutton?

  • Competitive salary plus performance bonus
  • Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
  • Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
  • Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule: On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

How to apply: Ready to design the future? Apply today at thomasandhutton.com/careers. At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities. When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here. Learn more at thomasandhutton.com Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Why work at Thomas & Hutton

  • Culture: Collaborative, employee-focused environment that values “human craft and ingenuity.” Projects are seen as “Places, Communities, Foundations, Legacies.”
  • Work policy: Primarily on-site at one of the many office locations (Savannah, Augusta, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville, Nashville, Mount Pleasant, Chamblee, Buford, Durham, Birmingham, etc.). Condensed work schedules may be available.
  • Benefits:
    • Zero-premium dental and Rx insurance (if wellness criteria met).
    • Vision coverage, company-paid short- and long-term disability.
    • Gym membership reimbursement.
    • 401(k) with matching (50¢ on the $ up to 6%) plus profit sharing.
    • Generous paid time off (eligible upon hire) and 8 paid holidays.
    • Professional development: internal training, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education through Thomas & Hutton University.
  • Recognition: Zweig Group “Best Places to Work” multiple times; strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being.

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