Senior Construction Materials Lead & Client-Facing Engineer

ECS Group of Companies; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Associate Principal to join our Detroit field services team, supervising project performance from proposal to final review.

You will oversee CMT projects, review technical reports, prepare proposals, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with clients to achieve goals and deadlines. Strong marketing and communication skills are essential to expand our client base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in drafting, reviewing, and approving technical reports.
• Professional licensure (PE or PG).
• Senior reviewer designation at current/previous firm.
• Valid driver's license and insurance if driving on behalf of ECS.
• Strong marketing and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication skills in speaking, reading, writing.
• Expert knowledge of CMT principles and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Leadership, safety, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Oversee various CMT projects, review technical reports, prepare and review proposals, and assist with management of your department and P&L.
• Provide technical expertise and support CMT staff through mentorship, training, and development.
• Actively mentor junior project managers and support overall development of your team, including collaborating with other managers and internal recruiters to make staffing decisions.
• Host or attend project meetings with clients and provide technical resolutions of issues as requested.
• Successfully market our services while establishing new and maintaining existing client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentorship

Client relationship management

Marketing

Safety

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

Professional licensure (PE or PG)

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Associate Principal to join our Detroit field services team, supervising project performance from proposal to final review.

You will oversee CMT projects, review technical reports, prepare proposals, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with clients to achieve goals and deadlines. Strong marketing and communication skills are essential to expand our client base.