Construction Materials Senior Project Professional

FacadeToday; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies, Memphis, seeks a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Professional to lead field projects, review reports, and mentor staff. You’ll coordinate with engineers, technicians, and clients to ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery of testing services in a dynamic team environment.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in CMT with a BS in Engineering or Earth Sciences, strong communication, and a proven ability to manage budgets, proposals, and change orders.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) and understanding of heavy construction safety.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee multiple CMT projects and budgets, including invoices and pay applications.
• Oversee preparation and review of proposals and change orders; attend client meetings and follow up on reports.
• Mentor junior project managers and support staffing decisions with other managers and recruiters.
• Perform soil classifications and assign laboratory testing as needed.
• Collaborate with project teams from senior engineers to field staff to meet deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Business development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering / Earth Sciences

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

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

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded 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, click here.