Responsibilities ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Charleston team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as 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. Responsibilities • Assisting staff with field tasks supporting various construction materials testing projects; Some office work may be performed as you begin to learn about the life cycle of the project. • Field testing of materials including soils and aggregate, foundations, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt pavement, and fireproofing. • Document site observations and results in daily reports using proprietary software for construction materials testing (CMT) projects. • Interact and collaborate with colleagues and clients, including keeping entire project team informed of changing site conditions and additional testing requested on project sites; May require attending project meetings as requested. • Begin to learn how to classify soil. 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. Qualifications Required Qualifications • No experience required. • Bachelor of Science in any of the following: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology; Note: Construction Management degrees and certain Technology degrees may not be considered; Role requires a degree with the ability to obtain advanced licensure (Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), etc). • Must have valid driver's license and insurance. • Interest in project management, consulting, and business development. • Functional knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards. • Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors. • Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing). • Sound understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures. 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 About Us 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.