Field-Based CMT Assistant Project Manager

Socket.dev; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Pittsburgh is seeking a CMT Assistant Staff Project Manager. This role focuses on field-based support for construction materials testing projects under supervision, building foundational skills in observation, testing, and project workflows.

As you gain experience, you will develop technical and consulting capabilities while upholding ECS Core Values and providing strong customer service on diverse sites and assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 0 years of related experience.
• A valid driver's license is required if driving for ECS subsidiary.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic.
• Ability to work in teams and independently.
• Basic understanding of construction materials testing principles (developing).
• Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures.
• Interest in project management and consulting environments.
• Ability to document and communicate field observations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assists with field tasks supporting construction materials testing projects.
• Performs construction observation and testing activities with guidance from senior staff.
• Documents site conditions and testing results in daily field reports.
• Communicates changes in site conditions or additional testing needs to the project staff.
• Interacts with contractors, technicians, and project team members on job sites.
• Participates in project meetings with senior staff as requested.
• Begins learning soil classification and testing methods.
• Performs testing on soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing with limited supervision.
• Assists with preparation of calculations, reports, and project documentation.
• Supports project lifecycle activities with limited office work as experience develops.
• Performs other field and project support duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Documentation

Field observations

ASTM basics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Pittsburgh is seeking a CMT Assistant Staff Project Manager. This role focuses on field-based support for construction materials testing projects under supervision, building foundational skills in observation, testing, and project workflows.

As you gain experience, you will develop technical and consulting capabilities while upholding ECS Core Values and providing strong customer service on diverse sites and assignments.