Construction Materials Project Manager

ECS Southeast, LLP; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in College Park, GA seeks a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager to lead diverse field projects, coordinate with senior engineers, project teams, and field staff, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

You will manage project budgets, prepare invoices and pay applications, develop proposals and change orders, host client meetings, and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with ASTM standards and heavy construction safety practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3+ years of experience.
• Strong communication and client-relations capabilities.
• Familiarity with ASTM laboratory standards and CMT principles.

Responsibilities

• Review daily reports and coordinate with project teams to resolve issues.
• Manage project budgets, prepare invoices/pay applications, and assist with collections.
• Prepare proposals and change orders; host or attend client meetings and follow up on reports.
• Perform soil classifications and assign laboratory testing.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.

Skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Marketing skills

Leadership

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) Project Manager to join our College Park field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you'll successfully manage a variety of projects and collaborate with project teams from senior engineers to field staff to meet project deadlines.

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.

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Qualifications

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

About Us

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 3,200 employees in 125 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. To learn more, clickhere.