Field Project Manager - Construction Materials Testing

ECS Group of Companies; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role is primarily field-based, supporting testing projects under the direction of senior staff, and will develop skills in observation, materials testing, and project workflows.

You will gain hands-on experience across soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, and other materials, with opportunities to advance through training and certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• 0 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS subsidiary.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in field and office settings.
• Basic understanding of construction materials testing principles.
• Interest in project management and consulting environments.
• Ability to document and communicate field observations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field tasks supporting CMT projects.
• Perform construction observation and testing with guidance.
• Document site conditions and test results in daily reports.
• Communicate site condition changes to project staff.
• Interact with contractors, technicians, and team on job sites.
• Participate in project meetings with senior staff.
• Begin learning soil classification and testing methods.
• Perform tests on soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing with limited supervision.
• Assist with preparation of calculations, reports, and project documentation.
• Support project lifecycle activities with limited office work.
• Undertake other field and project support duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Documentation

Field work readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role is primarily field-based, supporting testing projects under the direction of senior staff, and will develop skills in observation, materials testing, and project workflows.

You will gain hands-on experience across soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, and other materials, with opportunities to advance through training and certification.