CMT Group Supervisor

ECS Ltd; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a CMT Department Supervisor to lead project teams, oversee technical execution, and drive financial performance across the department. You will align with safety standards and company objectives while guiding staff development and client relations.

You will manage project managers, engineers, and staff, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and continuous improvement across all department initiatives.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in construction materials testing or equivalent
• Bachelor's and/or Master's preferred in Civil/Construction Eng, Materials Science, or related field
• Must maintain necessary certifications and licenses
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple teams, priorities, and deadlines
• Client-focused mindset with business development experience

Responsibilities

• Directly leads engineers, Project Managers, technicians, and support staff
• Owns performance management, coaching, career development, and succession planning
• Builds a high-performing, accountable team culture and leads recruiting
• Oversees project execution and ensures safety, quality, schedule, and budget
• Drives department P&L performance and budgeting; monitors KPIs
• Leads client relationship management and expands key accounts
• Promotes safety culture and ensures regulatory compliance and quality improvements

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Financial acumen

Project execution

Decision-making

Business development

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Civil/Construct Eng or related

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Responsibilities

The CMT Department Supervisor leads the overall operations, technical execution, and financial performance of the CMT department. This role is accountable for department success, including project delivery, staff development, client satisfaction, and business growth. The CMT Department Supervisor leads project managers, engineers, and technical staff, aligning with company standards, safety expectations, and strategic objectives while demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Leadership & People Management

• Directly leads engineers, Project Managers, technicians, and support staff
• Owns performance management, coaching, career development, and succession planning
• Builds a high-performing, accountable, and collaborative team culture
• Leads recruiting, hiring, and retention strategies
• Develops future leaders
• Builds and maintains an effective department structure aligned with departmental workload, growth objectives, and service offerings
• Communicates branch, subsidiary, and corporate initiatives to staff and supports their implementation at the local level

Technical & Project Oversight

• Ensures quality, consistency, and technical excellence across all department projects
• Oversees project execution through delegation to Project Managers and technical leaders
• Provides escalation support for complex or high-risk projects
• Ensures projects meet standards for safety, quality, schedule, and budget
• Aligns with Associate Principals/Principals on final technical review where required
• Maintains awareness of industry standards, codes, and best practices
• Supports the development and improvement of technical practices, training programs, and initiatives
• Coordinates with leadership to align technical practices and resource utilization

Financial & Operational Management

• Owns department P&L performance (revenue, margin, utilization, backlog)
• Develops and manages departmental budgets and forecasts
• Monitors KPIs and drives performance improvement
• Oversees invoicing, collections, and contract execution
• Manages staffing levels and workload planning for efficiency and growth
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and risk controls

Client & Business Development

• Leads client relationship management and department growth strategy
• Develops new business opportunities and expands key client accounts
• Oversees proposal development, pricing strategy, and scope definition
• Represents the firm in external meetings, networking, and industry engagement
• Drives sustained revenue growth and market presence

Safety, Compliance, & Alignment

• Promotes and enforces a strong safety culture
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and company procedures
• Drives quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence
• Collaborates with other departments and office leaders to share resources, expertise, and best practices
• Aligns departmental objectives with office, subsidiary, and company strategies
• Participates in leadership meetings, company initiatives, and committees as requested

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 12 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 + 8 years of experience or Associate degree + 10 years of experience)
• High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Geology, or related field is preferred
• Maintain certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced understanding of engineering consulting operations and project execution
• Strong financial acumen (P&L, budgeting, forecasting, KPIs)
• Ability to manage multiple teams, priorities, and deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Client-focused mindset with demonstrated business development success
• Proficiency in construction materials testing principles and regional conditions
• Ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-6/E-7/O-2/O-3

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 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), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) 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.