CMT Project Engineer

ECS Ltd; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group seeks a Construction Materials Testing Project Engineer I to manage and execute low-complexity CMT projects from proposal through completion. You will coordinate field staff, report results, and support client relationships while upholding ECS Core Values.

You will ensure timely documentation, assist with budgets and change orders, and mentor junior staff. A P.E. license and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• 2 years related experience
• B.S. in Civil/Construction/Materials Engineering or Geology
• A P.E. license is required in each state of practice
• Maintain license/certifications as necessary for work performed or managed
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS subsidiary

Responsibilities

• Manages low-complexity CMT projects from proposal to completion.
• Reviews field reports and resolves technical/administrative issues.
• Manages budgets, invoices, pay apps and collections.
• Prepares proposals and change orders.
• Supports testing of soils, foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, fireproofing, and asphalt.
• Coordinates field staff and provides training/oversight.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Client relationship development

Judgment and decision-making

Testing software knowledge

Interpreting test results

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering and Management / Materials Science / Architectural Engineering / Geology

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

Construction materials testing software

Job description

Responsibilities

The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Engineer I manages and executes construction materials testing projects, including coordination, reporting, budgeting, and client communication activities. This role is responsible for delivering project work from proposal through completion on low-complexity projects while supporting client relationships and business development efforts. The CMT Project Engineer I develops independent project management capabilities while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• Manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion for low-complexity work


• Reviews daily field reports and resolves technical and administrative issues


• Manages project budgets, invoices, pay applications, and collections


• Prepares proposals and change orders


• Supports and performs testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and asphalt


• Performs soil classification and assigns appropriate laboratory testing


• Coordinates field staff and provides training and oversight for assigned projects


• Communicates with clients regarding project status, deliverables, and follow-up actions


• Hosts or participates in project meetings and discussions with clients


• Mentors junior staff and technicians and supports team development


• Ensures accurate and timely project documentation and reporting


• Performs other project management and technical duties as assigned

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience


• Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology


• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work
  
  
  
  • Maintain license and/or 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 verbal and written communication skills


• Strong project management and organizational skills


• Good knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications, including ASTM standards


• Ability to interpret field and laboratory testing results


• Ability to manage priorities, schedules, and deadlines


• Developing client relationship and business development skills


• Basic knowledge of construction materials testing software


• Developing judgment and decision-making abilities

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
  
  
  
  

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.