Construction Materials Staff Project Manager (Entry-Level)

ECS Limited; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our Tampa field services team. The role blends office and field work, supporting project execution, budgeting, documentation, and reporting while advancing technical and project management skills.

You will review field reports, assist with proposals, coordinate field staff, perform laboratory testing as needed, and communicate with project teams, contractors, and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Developing project management and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and materials behavior.
• A professional license is not required but helpful for career progression.
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS projects.

Responsibilities

• Supports management of CMT projects, including reviewing daily field reports and issue resolution.
• Assists with project budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and collections.
• Prepares proposals and project documentation.
• Performs or assists with laboratory testing, soil classification, and materials evaluation.
• Tests soils, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, and asphalt.
• Reviews field reports and documents project data.
• Assists with training and coordination of field staff.
• Performs task-based work across project lifecycle from proposal through closeout.
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel.
• Performs other technical and project support duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

B.S. in Civil Eng

Job description

What You'll Do

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our Tampa field 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 the 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 the 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.

What We're Looking For

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 verbal and written communication skills


• 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

Who We Are

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), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) 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.