Geospatial Project Manager

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Geospatial Project Managerto join our dynamic Project Management Office. This position reports to the Discipline Leader and is responsible for managing geospatialaerial mapping,fielddata acquisition,ground survey,lidar, imagery,bathymetry,planimetric,derivative products, GIS, and geo-enabled information systems projects.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

Project Management role -95%

• Managesgeospatialaerial mapping,fielddata acquisition,ground survey,lidar, imagery,bathymetry,planimetric,derivative products, GIS, and geo-enabled information systems projects.
• Leads project execution teams in the development of scope,schedule, and fee, as well asholdingthe team accountable for successful execution.
• Speaksknowledgeablyto clients and staff aboutgeospatialandtechnicalaspects of theseprojects.
• Working directly with internaldiscipline and teamleaders and external subcontractors for project planning and execution.
• Managesproject plans,kickoffs,and closeouts, including planning, record management, and traveling to the field asappropriate.
• Interfacingwithand building a portfolio ofrepeatclients.
• Assesses and actively manages the health ofprojects fromstart to finish.
• Defines and communicates client needs and expectationsto internalteamleaders,phasemanagers, and technical staff.
• Deliversprojectahead of orwithin schedule, scope, and budget.
• Maintainsprojectinformation and trackinginanERP system, updating statusand resource planningmonthly in coordination withteamleaders andphasemanagers.
• Manages projectinvoicesand collections.
• Ensurescontinuous stakeholder communicationstoanticipateandmitigateproject issues.
• Coordinateswithteam leaders and phase managers toidentify, address, and resolve project issuesimpactingquality, client goals,objectives, and/or client satisfaction.

Business Development role - 5%

• Buildsandenhancesexisting client relationships toidentifyandinitiateadditionalproject opportunities.
• Identifiesandgrowsnew client relationships that match the client and project type focus and overall business strategy of the practice areaand sector.
• Promotes Woolpert as an industry leader for specified market/practice andservices(s) with new and existing clients.
• RepresentsWoolpert at conferences and other events.
• Preference to candidates whobring an existing network of client relationships.

Additional Functions -

• Works with sales and technical leads torefineandexecutesales strategy.
• Assistsin marketing initiatives.
• Makesformal presentations and/orpublishesarticles for professional/trade/civic organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• BA/BS degree in a related field and a minimum of five(5) years of related Project Management experience orten(10) years of related experience.
• Ten(10)or moreyears of professional geospatial experience withthe acquisition of aerialbathymetry,imagery, and lidar,planimetric and topographicbasemapping,ground survey, processing ofbathymetry/orthoimagery/lidar, and theextraction of ground features using machine learning algorithms.
• Familiarity with various Federal mapping programs including MOAA NGS Shoreline Mapping and USGS 3DEP
• Must havedeepaerialmapping,bathymetry,photogrammetry,and/or advanced GIS technical industry and solution knowledge, including, but not limited to, the application of machine learning and artificial intelligencefor the creation of geospatial datasets.
• Understanding of PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) principals.
• Experience withleading technical staff to developfee estimatesfororthoimagery, lidar,GIS,planimetric and topographic base mapping,GIS application development, ground survey (geodeticcontrol and underground utility mapping), and automated feature extraction.
• Experience withcontributing to and reviewingproposals (processes, bids, workflow).
• Expert in Microsoft Office suite.
• Solid background in managing large projects and budgets, including writing technical proposals
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and in a team
• Proven ability to take the initiative in finding solutions to complex challenges
• Ability to develop and manage cross-functional relationships
• Previousexperience in managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, domestically and internationally

Certified or the ability to be certified in oneor moreof the followingishighly desired:

• ASPRS| Certified Photogrammetrist(CP)
• ASPRS | Certified Mapping Scientist(CMS)
• Geospatial Information System Professional Certification(GISP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you'll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!