Senior Project Manager – Construction Materials Testing

ECS Southwest, LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Manager to join our Houston field services team. You will lead and oversee CMT projects from proposal through final delivery, ensuring technical quality, client satisfaction, and financial performance.

Responsibilities include budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and mentoring staff, while actively contributing to business development and client relationships with a positive service mindset.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Advanced project management and consulting skills.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications.
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards.
• Proficiency with construction materials testing software.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion.
• Ensures all project tasks—from proposal through final invoicing—are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversees daily report review and resolves technical and administrative issues.
• Manages project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections.
• Prepares and reviews proposals and change orders.
• Serves as primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and resolve issues.
• Provides technical oversight for testing activities and ensures quality deliverables.
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers.
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation across projects.
• Markets, services, and develops new and existing client relationships.
• Performs other project management and leadership responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Business development

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

BS in Civil/Geotechnical/Materials/Architectural Engineering or Geology

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Manager to join our Houston field services team. You will lead and oversee CMT projects from proposal through final delivery, ensuring technical quality, client satisfaction, and financial performance.

Responsibilities include budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and mentoring staff, while actively contributing to business development and client relationships with a positive service mindset.