Senior Construction Materials Testing Leader

ECS Group of Companies; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Memphis is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Construction Materials Testing (CMT) to drive project success from proposal through final invoice. You will coordinate field teams, review daily reports, manage budgets, and ensure safety and quality on multiple projects.

The role emphasizes client engagement, mentoring junior staff, and delivering accurate change orders and invoices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology (Note: Construction Management degrees may not be considered).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Professional licensure: PE or PG.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance if driving for ECS.
• Strong marketing skills with ability to establish and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Solid knowledge of heavy construction safety, practices and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of CMT principles, applications and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills to work with clients, peers, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Support management of CMT projects including daily report review and collaboration with project teams.
• Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, pay applications, and assist with collections.
• Prepare and review proposals and change orders; attend client meetings and follow up on reports.
• Mentor junior project managers and support team development; collaborate on staffing decisions.
• Market ECS services and maintain existing client relationships.

Skills

Marketing skills

Communication

Leadership

Client relations

Mentoring juniors

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering and Management

Materials Science Engineering

Architectural Engineering

Geology

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Memphis is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Construction Materials Testing (CMT) to drive project success from proposal through final invoice. You will coordinate field teams, review daily reports, manage budgets, and ensure safety and quality on multiple projects.

The role emphasizes client engagement, mentoring junior staff, and delivering accurate change orders and invoices.