Construction Materials Assistant Staff Project Manager

ECS Ltd • Upper Macungie Township, PA

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About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join its Philadelphia team. The role performs field and project-support tasks for construction materials testing projects under the direction of more senior staff. It is primarily field-based and offers foundational experience in construction observation, materials testing, and project workflows. The position helps develop technical, consulting, and project-management skills while maintaining a positive customer-service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

As experience develops, the role may include additional project-lifecycle support and limited office work. ECS supports professional growth through skills development, training programs, and certification opportunities.

Requirements

• No related experience is required.
• Bachelor of Science in a listed discipline: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
• A valid driver's license is required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively both in teams and independently.
• Developing basic understanding of construction materials testing principles.
• Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures.
• Interest in project management and consulting environments.
• Ability to clearly document and communicate field observations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field tasks supporting construction materials testing projects.
• Perform construction observation and testing activities with guidance from senior staff.
• Document site conditions and testing results in daily field reports.
• Communicate changes in site conditions or additional testing needs to project staff.
• Interact with contractors, technicians, and project team members on job sites.
• Participate in project meetings with senior staff as requested.
• Begin learning soil classification and testing methods.
• Perform testing on soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing with limited supervision.
• Assist with preparing calculations, reports, and project documentation.
• Support project-lifecycle activities, with limited office work as experience develops.
• Perform other field and project-support duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Support for enhancing professional skills and career advancement.
• Access to internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level