About this role
Responsibilities
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager to join our Phoenix field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No experience is required as you’ll learn how to successfully manage a variety of projects under the guidance of senior project managers and engineers.
Responsibilities
- Tasks supporting the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review, collaborating with senior staff, providing resolutions of issues as they arise, and training field staff on your projects.
- Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, change orders, and assist with collection efforts.
- Assist with preparation of proposals for projects.
- Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following: laboratory testing, soil classification, and testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, and fireproofing and asphalt pavement, as needed.
Career Development
As your experience grows, ECS will:
- Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
- Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- No 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.
- Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
- Willing to obtain advanced licensure to ensure growth (EIT, PE, etc).
- Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
- Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
- Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
- Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards.
- Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
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 #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #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.
Other facts
About ECS Ltd
ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm. Organizationally we have 100+ offices and more than 3,000 employees in operating subsidiaries. Subsidiaries and their headquarter offices include:
- ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC [Chantilly, VA];
- ECS Midwest, LLC [Chicago, IL];
- ECS Southeast, LLP [Raleigh, NC];
- ECS Florida, LLC [Orlando, FL];
- ECS Southwest, LLP [Dallas, TX];
- ECS Pacific, Inc. [Walnut Creek, CA];
- ECS Group of Companies [Chantilly, VA - provides administrative/support services to all operating subsidiaries].
Founded in 1988, ECS is an employee-owned corporation committed to providing high quality, innovative services. The professional staff at ECS delivers value-added solutions through our core service lines: Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Consulting, Construction Materials Testing/Inspection, and Facilities Engineering and Consulting.
'Setting the Standard for Service’ is our corporate philosophy that permeates everything we do. We embrace providing services on time and under budget while adding value to our clients. Our goal is to provide high-quality engineering and related services; and to be recognized by our clients and colleagues for our innovative ideas, responsiveness and value. Our high repeat business volume, recommendations from our clients and professional associates are all measures of our commitment to the industry we proudly serve. At ECS, it’s not just about getting the job done – it’s about getting the job done right.
Talent acquisition at ECS receives strategic focus. We keep our career center current and up-to-date! So if you are looking for a new career opportunity or know someone who is, please visit www.ecslimited.com and submit your resume through our career center for review by our dedicated recruiting team.
What you'll do
- The Construction Materials Staff Project Manager will manage construction materials testing projects, including daily report reviews and training field staff. Additional responsibilities include managing project budgets and assisting with laboratory testing as needed.
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