Construction Materials Assistant Staff Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Service; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Charleston is offering an entry-level opportunity for a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager. You will learn from experienced professionals, assist in field tasks, and begin to understand the life cycle of projects while supporting the team.

You will gain exposure to field testing of soils, aggregates, concrete and related materials, with opportunities to grow into project management.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering & Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology; PE/PG licensure potential.
• Must have valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work with clients, peers, and supervisors.
• Strong communication skills in written and spoken English.
• Solid understanding of heavy construction safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with field tasks for CMT projects; some office work while learning project life cycle.
• Field testing of soils, aggregate, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing.
• Document site observations and results in daily reports using proprietary CMT software.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients; attend project meetings as needed; inform team of changing site conditions.

Skills

CMT knowledge

ASTM standards

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering and Management

Materials Science Engineering

Architectural Engineering

Geology

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Charleston team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as 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.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Bachelor of Science in any of the following: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology; Note: Construction Management degrees and certain Technology degrees may not be considered; Role requires a degree with the ability to obtain advanced licensure (Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), etc).
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.