CMT Project Engineer
Description
Responsibilities
The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Engineer I manages and executes construction materials testing projects, including coordination, reporting, budgeting, and client communication activities. This role is responsible for delivering project work from proposal through completion on low-complexity projects while supporting client relationships and business development efforts. The CMT Project Engineer I develops independent project management capabilities while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion for low-complexity work
- Reviews daily field reports and resolves technical and administrative issues
- Manages project budgets, invoices, pay applications, and collections
- Prepares proposals and change orders
- Supports and performs testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and asphalt
- Performs soil classification and assigns appropriate laboratory testing
- Coordinates field staff and provides training and oversight for assigned projects
- Communicates with clients regarding project status, deliverables, and follow-up actions
- Hosts or participates in project meetings and discussions with clients
- Mentors junior staff and technicians and supports team development
- Ensures accurate and timely project documentation and reporting
- Performs other project management and technical duties as assigned
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of related experience
- Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology
- A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work
- Maintain license and/or certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong project management and organizational skills
Good knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications, including ASTM standards
Ability to interpret field and laboratory testing results
Ability to manage priorities, schedules, and deadlines
Developing client relationship and business development skills
Basic knowledge of construction materials testing software
Developing judgment and decision-making abilities
Military Qualifications
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-6
About Us
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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit:
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.