Construction Materials Staff Project Manager (Entry-Level)

ECS Southeast, LLP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a CMT Staff Project Manager I to join our Charlottefield services team, offering a blend of office and field duties. You will support project execution, budgeting, and documentation while developing technical and project management skills aligned with ECS Core Values.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Science in civil or related fields and can work in a team environment; a professional license is not required but beneficial for career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil/Construction/Materials or Geology fields.
• Willingness to learn CMT principles and ASTM testing procedures.
• Experience with field reports, budgeting, and project documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support management of CMT projects, review field reports, and help resolve issues.
• Assist with budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and collections.
• Prepare proposals and project documentation, assist with lab testing.
• Perform testing of soils, concrete, masonry, steel, and asphalt as needed.
• Coordinate field staff, communicate with teams and contractors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Dependable, self-motivated, detail-ori

Teamwork and independent work

Developing project management skills

Basic understanding of construction &材

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our Charlottefield services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I supports construction materials testing projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination activities. This role is both office- and field-based, and involves assisting with project execution, budgeting, and documentation. The CMT Staff Project Manager I develops technical and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Supports management of construction materials testing projects, including reviewing daily field reports and assisting with issue resolution
• Assists with project budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and collection efforts
• Supports preparation of proposals and project documentation
• Performs or assists with 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 supports documentation of project data
• Assists with training and coordination of field staff on assigned projects
• Performs task-based work across various stages of the project lifecycle, from proposal through closeout
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel
• Performs other technical and project support duties 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 in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 0 years 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 work ethic
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently
• Limited knowledge of CMT principles and applications
• Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures
• Developing project management and organizational skills
• Basic understanding of construction processes and materials behavior

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 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 #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 #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, clickhere.