Construction Materials Principal

ECS Ltd • Lawrenceville, GA

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About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Principal Engineer to join its Lawrenceville field services team. The role is responsible for ensuring quality and performance across a variety of projects and consulting with clients and project teams to meet project goals and deadlines from proposal through final review. The position also includes department support, project and business development responsibilities, and mentoring and developing CMT staff.

ECS supports career advancement through potential advanced certifications, reviewer status, and professional training programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology; Construction Management degrees and certain Technology degrees may not be considered.
• At least 12 years of relevant experience, including drafting, reviewing, and approving technical reports.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) licensure.
• Designation as a senior reviewer at the current or a previous firm.
• Maintain licenses and certifications required by local, state, and federal laws.
• Demonstrated technical competence, leadership, safety, and professionalism.
• Proven excellence in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Expert knowledge of CMT principles, applications, and ASTM laboratory standards.
• Valid driver's license and insurance if driving on behalf of ECS.
• Excellent communication skills in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

• Established client relationships in the local market.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CMT projects and review technical reports.
• Prepare and review proposals and assist with department management and profit-and-loss responsibilities.
• Provide technical expertise by reviewing reports and mentoring, training, and developing CMT staff.
• Mentor junior project managers and help develop the team.
• Collaborate with managers and internal recruiters on staffing decisions based on project needs.
• Host or attend client project meetings and provide technical resolutions to issues as requested.
• Market ECS services through networking and establish new client relationships while maintaining existing ones.

Benefits

• Potential access to advanced certifications and reviewer status as career experience grows.
• Professional training programs.

What This Job Offers

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