Construction Materials Team Leader

ECS Southeast, LLP; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Ridgeland, MS, is seeking a certified Field Services Team Leader to guide a team of field technicians in construction materials testing.

You will oversee scheduling, staffing, training, quality control, and project support while maintaining safety and customer service excellence. Prior leadership and relevant certifications preferred; driving license required for field work; strong communication essential.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Maintain basic certifications and any advanced certifications necessary for the work performed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy.
• A valid driver’s license is required if driving for ECS.
• Strong professional communication skills (verbal and written).
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Strong understanding of construction materials testing principles and standards.
• Ability to evaluate test results for specification compliance.
• Strong organizational and operational management skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with electronic devices and MS Office.
• Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises a team of construction materials testing technicians.
• Manages day-to-day field operations, including scheduling and resource allocation.
• Ensures projects are staffed with properly trained and qualified technicians.
• Promotes and enforces safety policies and proper use of PPE.
• Manages field equipment calibration, maintenance, and inventory.
• Communicates daily with technicians, project managers, and contractors.
• Supports recruiting and staffing to maintain appropriate team levels.
• Reviews field reports and ensures quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Performs field testing, observation, and inspection as needed.
• Supports Project Managers and Department leadership with project execution.
• Participates in project meetings and client interactions.
• Supports business development and client relationship activities.
• May manage construction materials testing projects.
• Performs other leadership, operational, and technical duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Dependable and detail-oriented

Leadership ability

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Proficiency with MS Office

Strong organizational and operational

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Field Services Team Leader to join our Ridgelandteam. We offer opportunities for professional development with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. The Team Leader is responsible for leading and managing a team of field technicians to ensure the successful execution of construction materials testing services. This role oversees daily operations, including scheduling, staffing, training, and quality control, while supporting project delivery and financial performance. The Team Leader serves as the primary leader for field staff, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• Leads and supervises a team of construction materials testing technicians
• Manages day-to-day field operations, including scheduling and resource allocation
• Ensures projects are staffed with properly trained and qualified technicians
• Promotes and enforces safety policies and proper use of PPE
• Manages field equipment calibration, maintenance, and inventory
• Communicates daily with technicians, project managers, and contractors
• Supports recruiting and staffing to maintain appropriate team levels
• Reviews field reports and ensures quality, accuracy, and timeliness
• Performs field testing, observation, and inspection as needed
• Supports Project Managers and Department leadership with project execution
• Participates in project meetings and client interactions
• Supports business development and client relationship activities
• May manage construction materials testing projects
• Performs other leadership, operational, and technical duties as assigned

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in further enhancing your professional skills as a leader.
• Encourage continued participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Maintain basic certifications and any advanced certifications necessary for the work performed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong understanding of construction materials testing principles and standards
• Ability to evaluate test results for specification compliance
• Strong organizational and operational management skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with electronic devices and MS Office
• Knowledge of company systems, procedures, and workflows
• Ability to coordinate field activities and staffing effectively
• Must be able to occasionally lift a minimum of 85 pounds
• Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures is a plus

Military Qualifications:

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and certification 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.