Construction Materials Principal

ECS Southwest, LLP; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Principal Engineer to join our Dallas field services team. You will oversee projects, review technical reports, and help drive proposals from kickoff to final review while upholding ECS quality standards.

You will mentor staff, develop the team, lead client meetings, market services, and help grow ECS in the local market with strong leadership and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
• A minimum of 12 full years of relevant experience, including drafting, reviewing, and approving technical reports.
• Professional licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG).
• Senior reviewer designation at your current or previous firm; details shared at interview.
• Maintain required licenses and certifications for compliance with laws.
• Demonstrated technical competence, leadership, safety, and professionalism.
• Proven track record in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Expert knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insurance if driving for ECS.
• Strong marketing skills with the ability to establish and maintain client relationships in the local market.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CMT projects, review technical reports, prepare and review proposals, and assist with department P&L management.
• Provide technical expertise by reviewing reports and mentoring staff.
• Mentor junior project managers and support staffing decisions with other managers and recruiters.
• Host or attend project meetings with clients and provide technical resolutions.
• Market ECS services and grow client relationships in the local market.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Marketing

Decision making

Safety

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geology/Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Principal Engineer to join our Dallas field services team in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you'll be primarily responsible for ensuring that the quality and performance on a variety of projects meet our standards and will consult with clients and project teams to ensure goals and deadlines from proposal to final review are met.

• Oversee various CMT projects, review technical reports, prepare and review proposals, and assist with management of your department and P&L.
• Provide technical expertise by reviewing reports and supporting CMT staff through mentorship, training, and development.
• Actively mentor junior project managers and support overall development of your team, including collaborating with other managers and internal recruiters to make staffing decisions and suggestions based on the needs of your project.
• Host or attend project meetings with clients and provide technical resolutions of issues as requested.
• Successfully market our services through networking, while establishing new and maintaining existing client relationships.

Career Development

• As your experience with us grows, ECS will support you in advancing in your career with the potential for advanced certifications and reviewer status with additional benefits through professional training programs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in 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.
• A minimum of 12 full years of relevant experience, to include drafting, reviewing, and approving technical reports.
• Professional licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG).
• Must have designation as a senior reviewer at your current or previous firm; detailed information on ECS\' senior reviewer policy may be shared at time of interview or offer.
• Maintain all necessary licenses and certifications for compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Demonstrated technical competence, leadership, safety, and professionalism.
• Proven track-record of excellence in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Expert knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Must have valid driver\'s license and insurance if driving on behalf of ECS.
• Strong marketing skills with the ability to establish and maintain client relationships; experience with established relationships in local market is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, visit: www.ecslimited.com.