CMT Team Leader

ECS Group; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a certified Field Services Team Leader to oversee a team of construction materials testing technicians in the Aberdeens area. The role focuses on safe, accurate field work, scheduling, staffing, and quality control while maintaining positive client relations and ECS Core Values.

The position emphasizes leadership, operational oversight, and collaboration with project managers to ensure timely and compliant project execution.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) are essential.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic electronic devices.
• Maintain required certifications per ECS policy.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS.
• Knowledge of construction materials testing principles and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of field technicians.
• Manage day-to-day field operations, including scheduling and staffing.
• Ensure projects are staffed with trained and qualified technicians.
• Promote and enforce safety policies and PPE use.
• Manage field equipment calibration, maintenance, and inventory.
• Communicate daily with technicians, PMs, and contractors.
• Support recruiting and staffing to maintain team levels.
• Review field reports for quality and timeliness.
• Perform field testing, observation, and inspection as needed.
• Support project execution and client meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Electronic devices

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Field Services Team Leader to join our Aberdeenteam. We offer opportunities for professional development with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. The Team Leader is responsible for leading and managing a team of field technicians to ensure the successful execution of construction materials testing services. This role oversees daily operations, including scheduling, staffing, training, and quality control, while supporting project delivery and financial performance. The Team Leader serves as the primary leader for field staff, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• Leads and supervises a team of construction materials testing technicians
• Manages day-to-day field operations, including scheduling and resource allocation
• Ensures projects are staffed with properly trained and qualified technicians
• Promotes and enforces safety policies and the proper use of PPE
• Manages field equipment calibration, maintenance, and inventory
• Communicates daily with technicians, project managers, and contractors
• Supports recruiting and staffing to maintain appropriate team levels
• Reviews field reports to ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness
• Performs field testing, observation, and inspection as needed
• Supports Project Managers and Department leadership with project execution
• Participates in project meetings and client interactions
• Supports business development and client relationship activities
• May manage construction materials testing projects
• Performs other leadership, operational, and technical duties as assigned

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in further enhancing your professional skills as a leader.
• Encourage continued participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Maintain basic certifications and any advanced certifications necessary for the work performed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong understanding of construction materials testing principles and standards
• Ability to evaluate test results for specification compliance
• Strong organizational and operational management skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with electronic devices and MS Office
• Knowledge of company systems, procedures, and workflows
• Ability to coordinate field activities and staffing effectively
• Must be able to occasionally lift a minimum of 85 pounds
• Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures is a plus

Military Qualifications

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

The expected pay range for this role and location is $60k- $70k/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.