CMT Staff Project Manager I: Field & Lab Project Lead

ECS Group; St. George (LA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Staff Project Manager I to join our Baton Rouge field services team. The role blends field and office work, supporting projects through technical analysis, reporting, and coordination while advancing in project management skills.

The position emphasizes collaboration, documenting project data, and maintaining a customer-focused attitude in line with ECS Core Values. Training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
• No professional license required to progress in the role, but may be helpful for growth.
• If driving for ECS, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic is important.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently.

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

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Detail-oriented

Project management basics

Construction knowledge

ASTM standards knowledge

CMT principles

Education

B.S. in Civil/related Engineering

Job description

ECS Group is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Staff Project Manager I to join our Baton Rouge field services team. The role blends field and office work, supporting projects through technical analysis, reporting, and coordination while advancing in project management skills.

The position emphasizes collaboration, documenting project data, and maintaining a customer-focused attitude in line with ECS Core Values. Training and growth opportunities are available.