Construction Materials Assistant Staff Professional

ECS Group of Companies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for professional skills enhancement

Participation in training programs

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Charlotte seeks a talented Construction Materials Testing Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting in field tasks, conducting material tests, supervising staff, and engaging in project management. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma (GED), has at least 4 years of relevant experience or 2 years with a degree, and demonstrates strong communication skills. Professional growth opportunities are encouraged, fostering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience conducting construction materials testing in the field or lab.
• Valid driver's license and insurance required.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field tasks supporting construction materials testing.
• Field testing of materials including soils and aggregate.
• Document observations and results in daily reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of heavy construction safety

Ability to work effectively with clients

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Professional to join our Charlotte team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks, including field work alongside other staff members and the early stages of project management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting staff with field tasks supporting various construction materials testing projects; Some office work may be performed as you begin to learn about the life cycle of the project.
• Field testing of materials including soils and aggregate, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt pavement, and fireproofing.
• Document site observations and results in daily reports using proprietary software for construction materials testing (CMT) projects.
• Interact and collaborate with colleagues and clients, including keeping entire project team informed of changing site conditions and additional testing requested on project sites; May require attending project meetings as requested.
• Begin to learn how to classify soil.

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.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 4 years of relevant experience conducting construction materials testing in the field or a lab, or 2 years of relevant experience with a degree.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

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

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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.