Construction Materials Staff Project Manager I

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Project Manager I to join our Roanoke field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No experience is required as you'll learn how to successfully manage a variety of projects under the guidance of senior project managers and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Tasks supporting the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review, collaborating with senior staff, providing resolutions of issues as they arise, and training field staff on your projects.
• Manage project budgets, prepare invoices, change orders, and assist with collection efforts.
• Assist with preparation of proposals for projects.
• Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following: laboratory testing, soil classification, and testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, and fireproofing and asphalt pavement, as needed.

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Bachelor of Science in any of the following: 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.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willing to obtain advanced licensure to ensure growth (EIT, PE, etc).
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.