Entry-Level Construction Materials Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development programs

Training opportunities

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Charleston team and grow in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you’ll learn under the guidance of experienced professionals to perform field tasks and participate in early stages of project management.

You’ll assist with field work, test soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, and collaborate on daily reports.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field required with ability to obtain professional licensure.
• Valid driver's license and insurance required.
• Interest in project management, consulting and business development.
• Knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM standards.
• Ability to work with clients, peers and supervisors.
• Strong communication skills across reading, writing and speaking.
• Understanding of heavy construction safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assisting staff with field tasks on CMT projects; some office work as you learn lifecycle of projects.
• Field testing of soils, aggregate, foundations, concrete (reinforced and post-tensioned), masonry, structural steel, asphalt; fireproofing.
• Documenting site observations and results in daily reports using proprietary CMT software.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients; inform project team of changing site conditions; attend meetings as needed.
• Learn to classify soil.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interest in project management

Client interaction

CMT knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering and Management

Bachelor of Science in Materials Science Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Charleston team and grow in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you’ll learn under the guidance of experienced professionals to perform field tasks and participate in early stages of project management.

You’ll assist with field work, test soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, and collaborate on daily reports.