Thalle Construction Company Co., Inc. (Thalle) is excited to announce an open opportunity to expand our family of professional teammates! We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager – Dewatering Operations to lead and oversee projects involving the design, installation, and operation of groundwater control and dewatering systems. 

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, North Carolina and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas.  Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continues to expand our geographical footprint.  Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes, but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on-demand emergency services.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully), established in 1921, and developed as one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms.  Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey.  Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority!  Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more!  Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. 

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace.

Regional Office Location: Palm Beach County, FL  

Job Title:  Project Manager – Dewatering

Salary:   Competitive compensation package based on experience.

This position is responsible for planning and executing dewatering projects that support excavation, mining, tunneling, and aggregate operations. The successful candidate will combine strong project management expertise with hands-on technical knowledge of pumps, piping, wellpoint systems, and water treatment, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

• Manage the planning, design, installation, and operation of dewatering systems, including wellpoint, deep well, sump, and bypass pumping systems.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to meet production and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pumps, piping networks, and associated equipment.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, discharge regulations, and safety standards (OSHA, MSHA, EPA, and applicable state/local agencies).
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and field crews to optimize groundwater control methods for each project.
• Monitor water quality, flow rates, and system performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor relationships, negotiating contracts, ensuring equipment availability, and maintaining cost control.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement contingency plans to mitigate operational and environmental risks.
• Provide technical expertise, training, and leadership to field personnel to ensure effective system performance.
• Report on project progress, key performance indicators, and budget tracking to senior leadership.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in mining, aggregates, or materials processing, with at least 3 years in a project management or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of crushing, screening, and material handling equipment.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with MSHA, OSHA, and environmental compliance regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.