Construction Materials Senior Project Professional

Engineering Consulting Service; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship opportunities

Leadership development

Advanced certifications support

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Professional in Memphis to manage construction materials testing projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of experience in the field. Responsibilities include project management, budgeting, and mentoring junior staff. This position offers growth in professional skills and the chance to work in a dynamic team. The firm is dedicated to employee development and offers mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in construction materials testing.
• Strong understanding of ASTM laboratory standards.
• Valid driver's license and insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction materials testing projects and budgets.
• Mentor junior project managers and train field staff.
• Prepare and review project proposals and change orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management interest

Construction safety knowledge

CMT principles understanding

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

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.

• 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.

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

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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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