CMT Staff Professional

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. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Professional supports construction materials testing projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination activities. This role is both office- and field-based, and involves assisting with project execution, budgeting, and documentation. The CMT Staff Professional develops technical and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Supports management of construction materials testing projects, including reviewing daily field reports and assisting with issue resolution
• Assists with project budgeting, invoicing, change orders, and collection efforts
• Supports preparation of proposals and project documentation
• Performs or assists with laboratory testing, soil classification, and materials evaluation
• Supports and performs testing of soils, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and asphalt
• Reviews field reports and supports documentation of project data
• Assists with training and coordination of field staff on assigned projects
• Performs task-based work across various stages of the project lifecycle, from proposal through closeout
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel
• Performs other technical and project support duties as assigned

Career Development As Your Experience Grows, ECS Will

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in construction materials testing (field or lab), special inspections, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience (i.e., 4-year degree + 1 year of experience or associate degree + 3 years of experience)

• High school diploma or GED required

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or related field is preferred

• Obtain and maintain certifications applicable to the field work performed and managed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy

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

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic

• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently

• Limited knowledge of CMT principles and applications

• Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures

• Developing project management and organizational skills

• Basic understanding of construction processes and materials behavior

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-5

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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ 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 #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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