Architectural Designer

The 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 steppingstone. Thrasher is a firm where people build better careers and better communities, all in the places they call home.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Architectural Designer to join our Architecture division in our Bridgeport, WV office. In this role, you will create and develop architectural designs and collaborate with professionals to bring innovative and functional structures to life across both new construction and renovation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and draft using Revit and other applications to bring the concepts and ideas of project stakeholders to life on new construction and renovation projects
• Produce high-quality deliverables for clients at all stages of the design process
• Develop a working understanding of building systems, codes, and construction methods
• Produce architectural and interior design work and assist in the preparation of construction documents on assigned projects
• Assist with design calculations and quantities; review technical specifications and design estimates

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a related field; Master’s degree preferred

Experience: 3–5 years of industry experience

Software: Proficiency in Revit and Lumion or similar 3D modeling software

Skills: Strong time management and communication skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Benefits

We 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.

Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required. Must be authorized to work in the United States. EEO / AA / E-Verify employer.