Construction Materials Senior Project Manager

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Manager to join our Fredericksburg field services team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you’ll be primarily responsible for the overall success of a variety of projects and will consult with clients and project teams to meet project deadlines from proposal to final invoice payment.

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

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.

Required Qualifications

• 5 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
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• 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

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-7

The expected pay range for this role and location is $70k - $90k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.