Reality Capture Technician

Knutson Construction; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health Savings Account

401k with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Life and Long-Term Disability Benefit

Mentorship Program

Employee Assistance Program

Flex Fridays

Annual Discretionary Bonus Program

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Knutson Construction seeks a Reality Capture Technician in Minneapolis, MN to transform field data into actionable deliverables across the project lifecycle. You will advance scanning workflows, support field technology, and contribute to VDC services, collaborating with project teams and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes on-site work (60%), data processing, deliverables creation, and continuous improvement of reality capture standards within a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• One or more years of construction surveying experience preferred.
• One or more years of BIM/VDC technologies and processes preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Model and lead in alignment with Knutson's core values.
• Participation in safety training and promotion of Zero Incident culture.
• Fulfills reality capture requests: data collection, scan registration, processing, and file export; 60% on-site.
• Maintains and organizes point clouds, imagery, and datasets; creates deliverables.
• Gathers survey information and project control data for reality capture services.
• Provides field verification and documentation support for project teams.

Skills

Reality Capture

Site Surveying

Autodesk Revit

SketchUp

Travel 60%

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Field Technology

Education

High School Diploma

BIM/VDC experience preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

SketchUp

Matterport

Job description

Celebrated as one of Minnesota’s Top Workplaces! Knutson Construction is accepting applications for a Reality Capture Technician to join our team in Minneapolis, MN.

“Together We Make Dreams Real” – that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and subcontractors to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we’ve created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values.

At Knutson, opportunities to shine happen daily. We value what makes you different and empower you to act on your ideas.

This position has a basic understanding of VDC technology and is responsible for assisting in promoting and providing Virtual Design and Construction services that will support the efficiency and profitability of Knutson Construction projects through pursuit, preconstruction, construction, and closeout process.

The VDC Reality Capture Technician will serve as Knutson's primary resource for reality capture and field technology, transforming field data into actionable deliverables that support project teams throughout the project lifecycle. The VDC Reality Capture Technician will advance scanning best practices, lead the development of new workflows and deliverables, drive continuous improvement through research and innovation, and support the broader growth of VDC services across the organization.

The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Model and lead in alignment with Knutson's core values:
  • Care with Action
  • Lead with Courage
  • Build a Team Environment
• Participation and completion in scheduled and as-needed safety training, as determined by the company, and promote Knutson’s Zero Incident safety culture.
• Fulfills requests to perform reality capture services including data collection, scan registration, processing, and file export.
  At least 60% of time will be located on-site amongst all office locations and job sites supporting reality capture, documentation, and field technology services.
• Completes existing conditions, milestone, progress, and closeout documentation utilizing laser scanners, drones, Matterport cameras, and other reality capture technologies.
• Gathers survey information and project control data as required to perform reality capture services and field verification.
• Processes, organizes, and maintains point clouds, imagery, and other reality capture datasets.
• Creates and distributes point cloud deliverables, verification drawings, reports, and other project documentation.
• Provides reality capture, field verification, and documentation support for Facility Condition Assessment team and self-perform operations as required.
• Assists project teams in the field utilizing digital construction data, field technology, and reality capture deliverables.
• Maintains and troubleshoots field technology hardware, software, and supporting equipment.
• Performs quality control reviews of scan data and deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance with department standards.
• Researches and evaluates emerging reality capture technologies, workflows, and deliverables to improve project delivery.
• Develops and maintains reality capture standards, best practices, and workflow documentation while supporting future VDC initiatives.
• Supports additional VDC initiatives and services as needed to improve project delivery and advance department goals.
• Attend seminars and conferences on VDC and reality capture related technology
• Respond to and complete all other duties, tasks and/or projects assigned

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with Reality Capture and Site Surveying preferred
• Strong planning, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills in a cross functional environment
• Individual must be collaborative, professional and positive
• Desire to investigate and implement cutting edge technology
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task
• Willingness to be given instruction and follow through with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Knowledge working with Autodesk Revit and Sketchup
• Preferred experience with model sharing and management, CAD files, and points clouds
• Ability to travel 60% of the time.
  • 60% Reality Capture & Field Documentation
  • 20% Processing & Deliverable Creation
  • 10% Research & Development / Continuous Improvement
  • 10% VDC Services & Project Support

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Prior experience in commercial construction preferred.
• One (1) or more years of construction surveying experience preferred.
• One (1) or more years of experience with BIM/VDC technologies and processes preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, field layout, and project coordination.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Based Career Advancement
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefit with no premium cost to employee
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Flex Fridays
• 401k w/Company Match
• Annual Discretionary Bonus Program
• Successful Annual Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Paid Parental Leave

Projected Minimum Hourly Wage $26
Projected Maximum Hourly Wage $36

Knutson Construction does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of their race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.