CMT Assistant Staff Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an entry-level Construction Materials Testing Assistant Staff Project Manager for its Charlotte team. You will learn through supervision, performing field tasks and some early project management activities in a dynamic setting.

You'll assist with field testing across soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, and other materials, while documenting observations and results. Growth opportunities and training are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology with licensure potential.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance required.
• Interest in project management, consulting and business development.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM laboratory standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist field staff on CMT projects; some office work as you learn.
• Field test soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing.
• Document site observations and test results in daily reports using proprietary CMT software.
• Collaborate with clients and team; may attend project meetings as requested.
• Begin to learn soil classification.

Skills

Strong communication

Interest in project management

CMT knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering and Management

Materials Science Engineering

Architectural Engineering

Geology

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Charlotte team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks, including field work alongside other staff members and the early stages of project management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting staff with field tasks supporting various construction materials testing projects; Some office work may be performed 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.
• Document site observations and results in daily reports using proprietary software for construction materials testing (CMT) projects.
• Interact and collaborate with colleagues and clients, including keeping entire project team informed of changing site conditions and additional testing requested on project sites; May require attending project meetings as requested.
• Begin to learn how to classify soil.

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.

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; Role requires a degree with the ability to obtain advanced licensure (Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), etc).
• Must have 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.

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-5

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 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 #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.