CMT Staff Project Manager

ECS Southeast, LLP; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited, a leader in geotechnical and construction materials testing, seeks a Staff Project Manager I to support Mobile field services. The role blends office and field work, handling project coordination, budgeting, and documentation while growing technical and PM skills and upholding ECS Core Values.

You will assist with field reports, testing oversight, and client communication as part of a collaborative team. Training and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; no prior experience required.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil/Construction Engineering, Materials Science, Architecture or Geology.
• Licensure not required but progression depends on licenses.

Responsibilities

• Supports management of CMT projects, reviews field reports and assists with issue resolution.
• Helps with budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and collections.
• Assists with proposals and project documentation.
• Performs or assists laboratory testing and materials evaluation.
• Supports testing of soils, foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, and asphalt.
• Reviews field reports and documents project data.
• Assists with training of field staff.
• Performs tasks across project lifecycle from proposal to closeout.
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Budgeting

Project coordination

Education

BS in Civil/Geotechnical

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our Mobile field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I supports construction materials testing projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination activities. This role is both office- and field-based, and involves assisting with project execution, budgeting, and documentation. The CMT Staff Project Manager I develops technical and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• 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

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 0 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 license is not required in this position, but it is necessary to progress in your career
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently
• Limited knowledge of CMT principles and applications
• Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures
• Developing project management and organizational skills
• Basic understanding of construction processes and materials behavior

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-5

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), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) 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.