Construction Materials Senior Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development support

Mentoring opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction materials testing firm in Tempe, Arizona, seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee various projects in a dynamic environment. This role includes managing project budgets, mentoring junior managers, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least 5 years of experience, and professional licensure. The company offers substantial support for career development and client relationship building opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in construction materials testing project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license required.
• Strong knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM laboratory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction materials testing projects from proposal to final invoice.
• Mentor junior project managers and improve team development.
• Prepare and review project proposals and change orders.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication

Leadership

Marketing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Manager to join our Phoenix field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you’ll be primarily responsible for the overall success of a variety of projects and will consult with clients and project teams to meet project deadlines from proposal to final invoice payment.

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 and review proposals and change orders for your projects while prioritizing tasks based on project deadlines; host or attend project meetings with clients and follow up on reports as needed.
• Actively mentor junior project managers and support overall development of your team, including collaborating with other managers and internal recruiters to make staffing decisions.
• Successfully market our services while establishing new and maintaining existing client relationships.

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 5 full years of relevant experience.
• Professional licensure including Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG).
• 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.
• Excellent 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.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the 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-7

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.