Senior CMT Project Engineer: Lead Testing, Client Growth

ECS Ltd; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a senior Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Engineer in Roanoke, VA to lead projects from proposal through closeout. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and drive client relationships while ensuring technical quality and timely delivery.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, 5+ years in CMT, and strong knowledge of ASTM standards and materials testing principles. This is a full-time on-site role requiring leadership across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Construction Eng, Materials Science, Architectural Eng, or Geology.
• P.E. license required in each state you work.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and advanced PM skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee construction materials testing projects from proposal to completion.
• Ensure all tasks from proposal to invoicing are completed accurately and on time.
• Review daily reports and resolve technical and administrative issues.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections.
• Prepare proposals and change orders; primary client contact.
• Lead project meetings and present findings; mentor junior staff.
• Provide technical oversight for testing activities and deliverables.
• Support staffing decisions and resource allocation; develop client relationships.
• Market services and contribute to business development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Budgeting

ASTM standards knowledge

Materials testing principles

Testing software proficiency

Multi-project management

Education

BS Civil Engineering

BS Construction Engineering & Management

BS Materials Science Engineering

BS Architectural Engineering

BS Geology

Job description

ECS Group is seeking a senior Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Engineer in Roanoke, VA to lead projects from proposal through closeout. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and drive client relationships while ensuring technical quality and timely delivery.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, 5+ years in CMT, and strong knowledge of ASTM standards and materials testing principles. This is a full-time on-site role requiring leadership across multiple projects.