Construction Materials Staff Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Service; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Orlando seeks a CMT Staff Project Manager II to support construction materials testing projects, review daily reports, assist with budgets and invoicing, and coordinate with field staff and clients.

You will develop technical and project management skills while contributing to project execution across the lifecycle, including proposals, execution, and closeout activities.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
• A professional license is not required but progression may require it.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Basic knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM testing procedures.
• Ability to work with teams, clients, and supervisors.
• Developing project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports management of CMT projects, including daily report review and issue resolution.
• Manages project budgets, prepares invoices, pay applications, and supports collections.
• Prepares proposals and change orders for CMT projects.
• Performs or supports laboratory testing, soil classification, and materials evaluation.
• Supports testing of soils, foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, fireproofing, and asphalt.
• Reviews field reports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Assists with training and coordination of field staff on projects.
• Performs lifecycle tasks: proposal, execution, and closeout activities.
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and clients.
• Supports delivery of low-complexity projects with increasing independence.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Project coordination

CMT basics

ASTM standards

Business development

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager II to join our Orlando field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager II supports construction materials testing projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination activities with increasing independence. This role contributes to project execution across the lifecycle, including budgeting, documentation, and client interaction. The CMT Staff Project Manager II continues to develop technical, consulting, and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• Supports management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review and assisting with issue resolution
• Manages project budgets, prepares invoices, pay applications, and supports collection efforts
• Prepares proposals and change orders for CMT projects
• Performs or supports laboratory testing, soil classification, and materials evaluation
• Supports and performs testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and asphalt
• Reviews field reports and ensures accuracy and timeliness of documentation
• Assists with training and coordination of field staff on assigned projects
• Performs project-related tasks across the lifecycle, including proposal, execution, and closeout activities
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and clients
• Supports delivery of low-complexity projects with increasing independence
• Performs other technical and project coordination tasks as assigned

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
• Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience
• Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology
• A professional license is not required in this position, but it is necessary to progress in your career
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Basic knowledge of CMT principles and applications
• Basic knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures
• Ability to work effectively with teams, clients, and supervisors
• Developing project management and organizational skills
• Basic business development and client relationship skills
• Limited but growing decision-making ability

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-5

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, click here.