Senior Construction Materials Project Lead | Client Growth

ECS Group of Companies; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Manager to join our Ridgeland field services team. You will lead the successful execution of diverse projects from proposal to final invoice, coordinating with clients and internal teams to meet critical deadlines.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, effective communication, and mentoring of junior staff, while expanding client relationships and ensuring adherence to ASTM standards and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology (Note: Construction Management degrees and certain Technology degrees may not be considered).
• A minimum of 5 full years of relevant experience.
• Professional licensure including Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG).
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance if driving on behalf of ECS.
• Strong marketing skills with the ability to establish and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Tasks supporting the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review, collaborating with project teams, providing resolutions of technical and administrative issues as they arise, and training field staff on your projects.
• Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, pay applications, and assist with collection efforts.
• Prepare and review proposals and change orders for your projects while prioritizing tasks. Based on project deadlines; Host or attend project meetings with clients and follow up on reports as needed.
• Actively mentor junior project managers and support overall development of your team, including collaborating with other managers and internal recruiters to make staffing decisions.
• Successfully market our services while establishing new and maintaining existing client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Leadership

Communication

Marketing skills

Education

BSc Civil Engineering

BSc Construction Engineering & Management

BSc Materials Science Engineering

BSc Architectural Engineering

BSc Geology

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Manager to join our Ridgeland field services team. You will lead the successful execution of diverse projects from proposal to final invoice, coordinating with clients and internal teams to meet critical deadlines.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, effective communication, and mentoring of junior staff, while expanding client relationships and ensuring adherence to ASTM standards and safety