Trent Thompson, PE
“I have always found our natural world, and the science behind it, fascinating. Growing up the son of a general contractor, I have an appreciation for how mankind creates amazing structures to improve the lives of countless people for generations. In addition, I discovered early in life that I did not want to hang steel thirty feet in the air…in Georgia…in July. Engineering was a natural fit. I remember learning that two man-made structures were visible with the naked eye from space – the Great Wall of China and Fresh Kills Landfill outside of New York. That may have been the spark that brought me to environmental engineering and a career that allows me to use knowledge, technology, and innovative design to build and improve life, while minimizing impacts to the natural world. I find great passion in providing clean and safe drinking water and finding new methods to collect, treat, and reuse wastewater in beneficial ways to both mankind and the environment.”
Trent Thompson serves as Chief Operating Officer and Principal at Thomas & Hutton. As COO, he leads firmwide operations, resource optimization, and quality assurance, with a focus on strengthening delivery consistency and operational excellence across the firm’s markets in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida.
With Thomas & Hutton since 2001, Trent brings more than two decades of infrastructure experience. He began his career with the firm after earning a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from Mercer University and has led the planning and design of water distribution and supply systems, wastewater collection and treatment facilities, and related infrastructure for municipalities, water and sewer authorities, and local governments. His background spans environmental and civil engineering disciplines, including master planning, feasibility studies, computer modeling, permitting, detailed design, contract documents, technical specifications, bidding, and construction support.
Trent is a licensed Professional Engineer in Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida. He is actively involved in professional organizations including the National Society of Professional Engineers, Georgia Society of Professional Engineers, American Water Works Association, Georgia Association of Water Professionals, National Fire Protection Association, and AWWA/WEF.
