Construction Materials Senior Project Professional

ECS Group of Companies; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Memphis is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Professional. In this role, you will manage various construction materials testing projects and collaborate with teams to meet deadlines. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 10 years of experience in the field or a lab. Additional responsibilities include overseeing budgets, proposals, and mentoring junior staff. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in construction materials testing in the field or lab, or 6-8 years with a degree.
• Valid driver's license and insurance if driving for ECS.
• Strong understanding of heavy construction safety and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction materials testing projects and collaborate with project teams.
• Oversee project budgets, prepare invoices, and manage change orders.
• Mentor junior project managers and support team development.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Construction materials testing

Safety practices

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Professional to join our Memphis 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 and oversee project budgets, prepare invoices, pay applications, and assist with collection efforts.
• Oversee the preparation and review of 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.
• Actively mentor junior project managers and support overall development of your team, including collaborating with other managers and internal recruiters to make staffing decisions.

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

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 10 years of relevant experience conducting construction materials testing in the field or a lab, or 6-8 years of relevant experience with a degree.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance if driving on behalf of ECS.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as 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/E-7

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.