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New grad assistant construction manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with little to no experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio often carries more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Staffing & Recruiting, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like Jobot, ECS Limited, and Related hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Johnstown team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager performs field and project support tasks in support of construction materials testing projects under the direction of more senior staff. This role is primarily field-based and provides foundational experience in construction observation, materials testing, and project workflows. The CMT Assistant Staff Project Manager develops technical, consulting, and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Assists with field tasks supporting construction materials testing projects
- Performs construction observation and testing activities with guidance from senior staff
- Documents site conditions and testing results in daily field reports
- Communicates changes in site conditions or additional testing needs to the project staff
- Interacts with contractors, technicians, and project team members on job sites
- Participates in project meetings with senior staff as requested
- Begins learning soil classification and testing methods
- Performs testing on soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing with limited supervision
- Assists with preparation of calculations, reports, and project documentation
- Supports project lifecycle activities, including limited office work, as experience develops
- Performs other field 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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 0 years of related experience
- Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology is required
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic
- Ability to work effectively in teams and independently
- Basic understanding of construction materials testing principles (developing)
- Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures
- Interest in project management and consulting environments
- Ability to document and communicate field observations clearly
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":
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- E-5
WHO WE ARE
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).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
INTRODUCTION
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our Johnstown team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Assistant Staff Project Manager performs field and project support tasks in support of construction materials testing projects under the direction of more senior staff. This role is primarily field-based and provides foundational experience in construction observation, materials testing, and project workflows. The CMT Assistant Staff Project Manager develops technical, consulting, and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Assists with field tasks supporting construction materials testing projects
- Performs construction observation and testing activities with guidance from senior staff
- Documents site conditions and testing results in daily field reports
- Communicates changes in site conditions or additional testing needs to the project staff
- Interacts with contractors, technicians, and project team members on job sites
- Participates in project meetings with senior staff as requested
- Begins learning soil classification and testing methods
- Performs testing on soils, aggregates, foundations, concrete, masonry, structural steel, asphalt, and fireproofing with limited supervision
- Assists with preparation of calculations, reports, and project documentation
- Supports project lifecycle activities, including limited office work, as experience develops
- Performs other field 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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 0 years of related experience
- Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology is required
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work ethic
- Ability to work effectively in teams and independently
- Basic understanding of construction materials testing principles (developing)
- Limited knowledge of ASTM standards and testing procedures
- Interest in project management and consulting environments
- Ability to document and communicate field observations clearly
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
WHO WE ARE
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).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
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Entry Level Assistant Construction Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level assistant construction manager job?
Focus on internships, co-op experience, or any hands-on project work you can show, since most entry level employers care more about what you have done on a job site or in a field role than how long your resume runs. A degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field strengthens your application, and familiarity with project scheduling tools or blueprints reading gives you a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level assistant construction managers?
Companies hiring entry level assistant construction managers right now include Jobot, ECS Limited, and Related, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of national general contractors, regional construction firms, and real estate development companies that build out their project teams with junior support roles.
Are there remote entry level assistant construction manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles are on-site given the nature of construction work. About 0% of entry level assistant construction manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve project coordination, administrative support, or scheduling work that can be handled off-site rather than direct field supervision.
Are these new grad assistant construction manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op placements as qualifying background, or explicitly invites candidates who are early in their careers and ready to learn on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level assistant construction managers?
Entry Level assistant construction manager roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because ongoing residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects create a steady need for junior project support staff who can grow into full construction management roles.