CMT Staff Professional: Field & Lab Project Lead

ECS Southeast, LLP; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a CMT Staff Professional to join our Columbia team, supporting construction materials testing projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination. This role blends office and field work, including budgeting and documentation, while fostering ECS Core Values.

You will develop technical and project management skills, work with field staff, and communicate with project teams and contractors as part of a cohesive team.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in construction materials testing (field or lab) or equivalent combination
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's preferred
• Obtain and maintain certifications per ECS Technician Certification Policy
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently
• Developing project management and organizational skills
• Basic understanding of construction processes and materials behavior
• Limited knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM testing procedures

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

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Project coordination

CMT concepts

ASTM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Earth Sciences/Engineering Technology

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree + relevant experience

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a CMT Staff Professional to join our Columbia team, supporting construction materials testing projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination. This role blends office and field work, including budgeting and documentation, while fostering ECS Core Values.

You will develop technical and project management skills, work with field staff, and communicate with project teams and contractors as part of a cohesive team.