Construction Materials Assistant Staff Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Services; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in construction and engineering is seeking a candidate for a role involving field testing of materials and documentation of project results. The ideal applicant will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field but no prior experience is necessary. Strong communication skills and a valid driver's license are required. This position supports career growth and offers opportunities for certification.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety.

Responsibilities

• Field testing of materials including soils and concrete.
• Document site observations and results in daily reports.
• Interact and collaborate with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interest in project management

Functional knowledge of CMT principles

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

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.

About Us

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ECS regularly appears in industry rankings and reports. To learn more about ECS, please visit our website.