CMT Specialist: Field & Lab Project Support

ECS Group of Companies; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies invites applications for a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Professional in our Columbia area. The role blends office and field work, supporting testing projects, budgeting, invoicing, and documentation, while developing technical and project management skills and upholding ECS Core Values.

As experience grows, ECS offers training, certification opportunities, and advancement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in construction materials testing or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• High school diploma or GED is required; BS preferred
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS subsidiary
• Strong communication, dependable and detail-oriented
• Ability to work in teams and independently
• Developing project management and organizational skills

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 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 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

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Project management basics

CMT principles

ASTM standards

Construction materials understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/ Earth Sciences/ Engineering Technology

Job description

ECS Group of Companies invites applications for a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Professional in our Columbia area. The role blends office and field work, supporting testing projects, budgeting, invoicing, and documentation, while developing technical and project management skills and upholding ECS Core Values.

As experience grows, ECS offers training, certification opportunities, and advancement.