Reality Capture Project Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Minneapolis is seeking a Reality Capture Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of 3D scanning projects using LiDAR and drone photogrammetry. The candidate will manage client relations, ensure quality control, and lead field data collection efforts. Requirements include 5+ years of experience in laser scanning, strong project management skills, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. A FAA Part 107 license is preferred. This role involves both office and field work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in laser scanning, drone surveying, and point cloud processing.
• Experience with point cloud registration software.
• FAA Part 107 license often required for drone operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategies for capturing existing conditions including drone surveys.
• Plan scanning coverage and oversee data registration using various tools.
• Perform quality assurance checks on point clouds and models.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Technical modeling

Education

Associates degree in Surveying or equivalent experience

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

FARO Scene

Cyclone

Recap

NavVis

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Reality Capture Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of 3D scanning projects (LiDAR, drone photogrammetry) to create accurate digital representations of sites. They lead field data collection, ensure BIM/Revit integration, manage budgets, and ensure quality control, acting as the bridge between field technicians, modeling teams, and clients.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Data Acquisition & Strategy: Lead strategies for capturing existing conditions, including drone surveys and mobile/terrestrial LiDAR scanning.
• Field Operations & Strategy: Plan scanning coverage, define capture techniques, and oversee data registration using tools like Leica RTC360, BLK360, and UAVs (drones).
• Data Processing & QA/QC: Perform quality assurance checks on point clouds, meshes, and models to ensure accuracy.
• BIM/VDC Integration: Coordinate with Reality Capture team and clients teams to align captured data with project CAD/Revit models.
• BIM Integration: Integrate data into workflows to drive BIM/VDC compliance, supporting clients.
• Equipment Management: Manage hardware, software (FARO Scene, Cyclone, Recap, NavVis), and ensure quality control (QA/QC) of deliverables.
• Innovation & Training: Evaluate emerging tech, develop best practices, and train technicians and project teams in scanning technologies.
• Project Management & Budgeting: Manage project timelines, schedules, and deliverables for Reality Capture projects.
• Client Management & Proposal Development: Act as the primary point of contact, defining project scope and estimating fees.
• Team Leadership: Train technicians on new technologies (3D cameras, scanners) and develop SOPs.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Software Proficiency: Experience with Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and point cloud registration software.
• Skills: Strong project management, communication, and ability to bridge field operations with technical modeling.
• Education: Associates degree or equivalent work experience in Surveying related field.
• Technical Experience: 5+ years of experience in laser scanning, drone surveying, and point cloud processing.
• Certifications: FAA Part 107 license often required for drone operations.

Education and Experience

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

EEO and Employment Information

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.