Construction Materials Assistant Staff Project Manager
Responsibilities
- Assisting staff with field tasks supporting various construction materials testing projects.
- Performing some office work as you begin to learn about the life cycle of the project.
- Field testing of materials including soils and aggregate, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt pavement, and fireproofing.
- Documenting site observations and results in daily reports using proprietary software for construction materials testing (CMT) projects.
- Interacting and collaborating with colleagues and clients, including keeping the entire project team informed of changing site conditions and additional testing requested on project sites.
- Might require attending project meetings as requested.
- Beginning to learn how to classify soil.
Requirements
- No prior experience required.
- Bachelor of Science in any of the following: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
- Note: Construction Management degrees and certain Technology degrees may not be considered.
- Role requires a degree with the ability to obtain advanced licensure (Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), etc).
- Valid driver's license and insurance.
- Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
- Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards.
- Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
- Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
- Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
Career Development
ECS will support your career growth by enhancing your professional skills through participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.
Qualifications
- No experience required.
- Required qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
- Note: Construction Management degrees and certain Technology degrees may not be considered.
- The role requires a degree that can lead to obtaining advanced licensure (Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), etc).
- A valid driver's license and insurance are required.
- An interest in project management, consulting, and business development is encouraged.
- Knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM laboratory standards is necessary.
- Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) are essential.
- A sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures is required.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
Not specified.
Schedule
Not specified.
Company Information
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). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
About the Company
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.