CMT Project Manager I — Field & Lab Impact

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Chesapeake (VA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Chesapeakefield is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The role blends office and field work, supporting project execution, budgeting, documentation, and reporting while delivering strong customer service.

You will coordinate field teams, review reports, assist with proposals, perform laboratory testing, and help manage projects from proposal through closeout, collaborating with

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently.
• Developing project management and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and materials behavior.

Responsibilities

• Supports management of construction materials testing projects, including reviewing daily field reports and assisting with issue resolution.
• Assists with project budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and collection efforts.
• Supports the preparation of proposals and project documentation.
• Performs or assists with laboratory testing, soil classification, and materials evaluation.
• Supports and performs testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and asphalt.
• Reviews field reports and supports the documentation of project data.
• Assists with training and coordination of field staff on assigned projects.
• Performs task-based work across various stages of the project lifecycle, from proposal through closeout.
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel.
• Performs other technical and project support duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Dependable, self-motivated, detail‑or‑

Teamwork and independence

Project management basics

Construction processes & materials

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering and Management / Materials Science Engineering / Architectural Engineering / Geology

Job description

ECS Limited in Chesapeakefield is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The role blends office and field work, supporting project execution, budgeting, documentation, and reporting while delivering strong customer service.

You will coordinate field teams, review reports, assist with proposals, perform laboratory testing, and help manage projects from proposal through closeout, collaborating with