What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMT Project Manager position at ECS Southeast, LLP?
Responsibilities
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager I to join our Baton Rouge field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager 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 Manager 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 on 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
Career Development
- As your experience grows, ECS will support you in enhancing your professional skills with the potential for additional mentoring, leadership, and advanced certifications.
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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
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Good knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications
- Working knowledge of construction materials testing and 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
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities (developing)
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
Military Qualifications:
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education 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), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.