Construction Materials Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Civil/Construction materials engineer to lead testing projects, mentor staff, and manage budgets. You will work with clients, coordinate with project teams, and ensure quality standards across ASTM lab practices.

Ideal candidates hold a PE/PG license, have 3+ years of experience, and can develop proposals, change orders, and schedules while maintaining safety protocols on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology; note: some degrees may not be considered.
• Minimum 3 full years of relevant experience.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• PE or PG license required in the practicing state.
• Strong marketing skills to establish and maintain client relationships.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Support management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review and collaboration with project teams.
• Provide resolutions of technical and administrative issues as they arise, and training field staff on projects.
• Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, pay applications, and assist with collection efforts.
• Prepare proposals and change orders for projects; host or attend project meetings with clients and follow up on reports as needed.
• Perform soil classifications and assign laboratory testing.
• Mentor junior staff and support overall development of your team.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Safety practices

CMT principles

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Civil/Construction/Materials/Architectural Geology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Tasks supporting the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review, collaborating with project teams, providing resolutions of technical and administrative issues as they arise, and training field staff on your projects.
• Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, pay applications, and assist with collection efforts.
• Prepare proposals and change orders for your projects; Host or attend project meetings with clients and follow up on reports as needed.
• Perform soil classifications and assign laboratory testing.
• Mentor junior staff and support overall development of your team.

Career Development

• As your experience grows, ECS will support you in enhancing your professional skills with the potential for additional mentoring, leadership, and advanced certifications.

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• A minimum of 3 full years of relevant experience.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• PE or PG license required in the state you work for license in title.
• Strong marketing skills with the ability to establish and maintain client relationships.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and 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-6

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 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) 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.