Assistant Team Leader at ECS Ltd

North Charleston, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Materials Testing, Mentorship, Field Services, Observation, Testing, Sampling, Inspection, Safety Culture, Equipment Calibration, Record Keeping, Communication, Scheduling, Recruiting, Data Interpretation, ASTM Standards, Field Staff Management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Responsibilities ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Team Leader to join our Charleston team. We offer opportunities for professional development with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. In this role, you will successfully ensure that our technicians are properly trained and organized through mentorship within the Field Services department. Responsibilities Field Activities: Perform observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement on construction sites. Safety: Inventory maintenance and organization of supplies; Calibration and maintenance of field equipment to include keeping accurate records; Promote safety and safety culture; Ensure proper PPE is used on project sites; Assist with company required safety training. Communication: Daily communication with technicians, project managers, and general contractors; Collaborate with Team Leaders to support scheduling operations and recruiting to maintain appropriate staff among your team; Assist with management of field staff; Actively mentor and train junior field staff as they grow in their careers; Provide support to project managers and department manager as needed; Attend project meetings as requested; May participate in business development, marketing, and client development. Career Development As your experience grows, ECS will: Support you in further enhancing your professional skills. Encourage continued participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate. Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. 3+ years of related experience. Must have and be willing to maintain basic certifications. Advanced certifications may be required based on the work performed. Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds. Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing). Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors. Good understanding of construction materials testing principles, applications, and ASTM testing standards. Proficient at data interpretation and evaluation of CMT techniques and results. Military Qualifications: The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and certification 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 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 #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #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.

Responsibilities

This role involves performing field activities such as observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of various construction materials on site while ensuring technicians are properly trained and organized through mentorship. Key duties also include maintaining equipment, promoting safety culture, communicating daily with stakeholders, and assisting with staff management and scheduling operations.