CMT Senior Project Professional

About the role

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Professional to join our Knoxville field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The CMT Senior Project Professional leads and oversees construction materials testing projects from proposal through final delivery and closeout. This role is fully accountable for project success, including technical quality, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team execution. The CMT Senior Project Professional provides leadership to project teams, mentors staff, and actively contributes to business development and client relationship growth while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion
• Ensures all project tasks—from proposal through final invoicing—are completed accurately and on time
• Oversees daily report review and resolves technical and administrative issues
• Manages project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections
• Prepares and reviews proposals and change orders
• Serves as primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and resolve issues
• Provides technical oversight for testing activities and ensures quality deliverables
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation across projects
• Markets, services, and develops new and existing client relationships
• Performs other project management and leadership responsibilities as assigned

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will support you in enhancing your professional skills with the potential for additional mentoring, leadership, and advanced certifications.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience in construction materials testing (field or lab), special inspections, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience (i.e., 4-year degree + 6 years' experience or Associate degree + 8 years' experience)
• Maintain certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed
• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or related field is preferred
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Skills

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Advanced project management and consulting skills
• Strong business development and client relationship skills
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Proficiency with construction materials testing software
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment
• Ability to mentor and develop staff

Military Qualifications

The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the Requirements section:

• E-6/E-7

About ECS

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025).