Structural Project Manager/Engineer III

ECS is offering an opportunity for an experienced Structural Project Manager/ Engineer to join our Mid-Atlantic Facilities team in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you'll lead projects involving forensic investigation, repair & rehabilitation design, and non-destructive testing services for existing structures. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality consulting solutions across a variety of facilities and clients. If you have a strong technical background, enjoy managing complex projects, and are passionate about improving the built environment, we want to hear from you.

• Conduct forensic investigations and repair design for existing structures.
• Lead the setup and execution of multiple concurrent projects, assigning appropriate staff and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Perform and oversee field and lab testing methods such as GPR, anchor pull testing, bond testing, sounding, and half-cell corrosion potential.
• Guide sample collection (concrete, masonry, steel, wood) and ensure adherence to proper techniques and standards.
• Interpret federal, state, and local building codes and apply them effectively to project findings and recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and proposals with minimal oversight; present findings to clients in meetings or calls.
• Coordinate with field staff to direct work activities, including structural assessments, testing, design, and construction administration.
• Review calculations, RFIs, submittals, and construction documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, invoicing, and track potential changes to scope.
• Mentor junior staff and support their development through coaching and oversight.
• Foster a safety-first culture by promoting the proper use of PPE and safe work practices on all job sites.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture (from a NAAB-accredited program), Engineering, Building Science, or a related field (ABET-accredited)
• 2+ years of relevant repair/forensic experience with PE license or 4+ years of relevant repair/forensic experience without a license
• EIT or PE license preferred

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 2,800 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), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2025). For additional information about ECS click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

At ECS, we believe that the power of our team lies in the synergy of our technical excellence, leadership potential, passion for mentorship and commitment to service. We're not just building a workplace; we're creating a vibrant community where professionals thrive, collaborate, and inspire one another. Here, your journey goes beyond delivering outstanding technical solutions-it's about being part of something bigger, where your contributions shape the future and your growth knows no bounds.

When you join our team, you're not just taking on a job; you're stepping into a career filled with purpose, innovation, and opportunity. We value your expertise and ambition, and we're committed to fueling your growth through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and meaningful connections.

At ECS, every day is a chance to push boundaries, share knowledge, make an impact and serve others. We invest in our people because we believe in their potential to lead, innovate, and drive the future of our industry. Together, we're building a legacy of excellence-one that thrives on collaboration, mentorship, service, and a relentless pursuit of success.

If you're looking for a place where your skills are celebrated, your growth is nurtured, and your career is more than just a job, the Facilities Team at ECS is the perfect destination. Let's grow, lead, serve, and achieve together.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.