CMT Senior Project Engineer

ECS Ltd; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a senior Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Engineer in Roanoke, VA to lead projects from proposal through closeout. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and drive client relationships while ensuring technical quality and timely delivery.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, 5+ years in CMT, and strong knowledge of ASTM standards and materials testing principles. This is a full-time on-site role requiring leadership across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Construction Eng, Materials Science, Architectural Eng, or Geology.
• P.E. license required in each state you work.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and advanced PM skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee construction materials testing projects from proposal to completion.
• Ensure all tasks from proposal to invoicing are completed accurately and on time.
• Review daily reports and resolve technical and administrative issues.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections.
• Prepare proposals and change orders; primary client contact.
• Lead project meetings and present findings; mentor junior staff.
• Provide technical oversight for testing activities and deliverables.
• Support staffing decisions and resource allocation; develop client relationships.
• Market services and contribute to business development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Budgeting

ASTM standards knowledge

Materials testing principles

Testing software proficiency

Multi-project management

Education

BS Civil Engineering

BS Construction Engineering & Management

BS Materials Science Engineering

BS Architectural Engineering

BS Geology

Job description

Responsibilities

The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Engineer leads and oversees construction materials testing projects from proposal through final delivery and closeout. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Engineer leads and oversees construction materials testing projects from proposal through final delivery and closeout. This role is fully accountable for project success, including technical quality, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team execution. The CMT Senior Project Engineer provides leadership to project teams, mentors staff, and actively contributes to business development and client relationship growth while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion
• Ensures all project tasks - from proposal through final invoicing - are completed accurately and on time
• Oversees daily report review and resolves technical and administrative issues
• Manages project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections
• Prepares and reviews proposals and change orders
• Serves as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and resolve issues
• Provides technical oversight for testing activities and ensures quality deliverables
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation across projects
• Markets, services, and develops new and existing client relationships
• Performs other project management and leadership responsibilities as assigned

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5 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
• Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced project management and consulting skills
• Strong business development and client relationship skills
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Proficiency with construction materials testing software
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment
• Ability to mentor and develop staff

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-7

The expected pay range for this role and location is $85k - $105k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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, clickhere.