Construction & Materials Testing Specialist

About Thrasher

The Thrasher Group is a full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a strong record of project success throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Our team delivers a wide range of professional services across five core markets: architecture, land development, water resources, transportation, and energy.

We are seeking a Construction & Materials Testing Specialist to join our growing team. This hybrid role combines material testing and construction inspection responsibilities, ensuring quality and compliance across a diverse range of projects. If you value professional development and thrive in a fast-paced field environment, this role is for you.

• Perform sampling and field testing on construction materials including concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and soil
• Interpret civil construction plans and specifications
• Monitor construction progress, adherence to plans, and compliance with specifications
• Maintain detailed records of project quantities, daily reports, and changes
• Keep accurate redline and as-built drawings to document project modifications
• Communicate findings through written reports and facilitate information flow among all project stakeholders
• Ensure quality standards are met and proactively prevent construction defects
• Adapt to varying job site locations and schedules, including night shift assignments
• Travel to project sites as needed, including periodic extended stays
• Complete certification courses to continuously build skills and technical knowledge
• Willingness to support other divisions and take on additional roles as workload demands

Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience in construction inspection or material testing

Testing experience: Material testing experience highly desirable

Safety certifications: OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications preferred

Technical certifications: ACI or WVDOH testing certifications highly desirable

We invest in professional development through structured goal setting, specialized training, performance bonuses, and annual salary reviews. We also recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer schedule flexibility within a family-oriented culture.

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