CMT Project Manager
ECS Ltd Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Civil Engineering · 1,001-5,000 employees
About the role
The Project Manager will oversee construction materials testing projects, manage budgets, and coordinate with project teams to ensure technical and administrative resolutions. They are also responsible for mentoring junior staff, preparing proposals, and conducting soil classifications and laboratory testing.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil, Construction, Materials, or Architectural Engineering, or Geology, along with at least two years of relevant experience. A valid PE or PG license in the state of work is required, as well as a valid driver's license and strong communication skills.
Full description
Responsibilities
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager I to join our Charlotte field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you’ll successfully manage a variety of projects and collaborate with project teams from senior engineers to field staff to meet project deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Tasks supporting the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review, collaborating with project teams, providing resolutions of technical and administrative issues as they arise, and training field staff on your projects.
- Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, pay applications, and assist with collection efforts.
- Prepare proposals and change orders for your projects; Host or attend project meetings with clients and follow up on reports as needed.
- Perform soil classifications and assign laboratory testing.
- Mentor junior staff and support overall development of your team.
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.
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 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.
- A minimum of 2 full years of relevant experience.
- Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
- PE or PG license required in the state you work for license in title.
- Strong marketing skills with the ability to establish and maintain client relationships.
- Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
- Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
- Sound knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and ASTM laboratory standards.
- Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
Military Qualifications:
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-6
About Us
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.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
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