Construction Materials Staff Professional

ECS Ltd • Lexington, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Professional to join our Columbia team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks, including field work alongside other staff members and the early stages of project management.

Primarily involved with tasks supporting the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review, assist with resolution of issues in collaboration with senior staff, and training of field staff on a range of projects. Serve as a point-of-contact for clients, scheduling of services and providing project updates to the client. Maintain and build relationships with existing and new clients. Assist with the preparation of proposals. Other duties may include assisting with or performing laboratory testing and testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, and fireproofing and asphalt pavement, as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of relevant experience conducting construction materials testing in the field or a lab, or 1-3 years of relevant experience with a degree.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
• US Military ranks E-5 will qualify if they also meet the education and licenses requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of construction materials testing projects, including daily report review.
• Assist with resolution of issues in collaboration with senior staff.
• Train field staff on a range of projects.
• Serve as a point-of-contact for clients.
• Schedule services and provide project updates to the client.
• Maintain and build relationships with existing and new clients.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals.
• Assist with or perform laboratory testing.
• Assist with or perform testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, and fireproofing and asphalt pavement, as needed.

Benefits

• Support in enhancing professional skills to advance and grow.
• Encouragement of participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED