Remote LiDAR/UAS Program Manager

Bowman Consulting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401(k) company match

Paid time off, sick leave, holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

EAP and wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bowman Consulting is seeking a Remote Sensing Project Manager to lead LiDAR and UAS projects from initiation to completion in a remote-friendly role based in Austin, TX.

You will develop proposals, manage budgets and timelines, mentor staff, and build client relationships while staying current with regulations and emerging technologies.

This role emphasizes leadership, business development, and collaboration with marketing and operations to deliver high-value geospatial solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s in geomatics, surveying, engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years on LiDAR/UAS projects with 3+ years PM experience including business development.
• Strong understanding of LiDAR/UAS tech, applications and best practices.
• Experience with LiDAR data processing software and PM tools.
• Knowledge of industry regulations for LiDAR/UAS.

Responsibilities

• Oversee LiDAR and UAS projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop project plans with schedules, budgets, resources and risk assessments.
• Lead and mentor project team members; ensure milestones are met.
• Collaborate with internal/external teams; ensure quality and client satisfaction.
• Pursue new business opportunities, develop proposals, and maintain client relationships.

Skills

LiDAR tech

UAS tech

Project management

Business development

Client relations

Proposal development

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in geomatics / surveying / engineering

Tools

TerraSolid

LP360

Global Mapper

Microsoft Project

Asana

Trello

Inertial Explorer

TopoDOT

Pix4Dcapture

Context Capture

Bayes Strip Align

UgCS

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation/ORD

AutoDesk ReCap

Cloud Compare

AutoDesk Revit

Trimble Stratus

Job description

Bowman Consulting is seeking a Remote Sensing Project Manager to lead LiDAR and UAS projects from initiation to completion in a remote-friendly role based in Austin, TX.

You will develop proposals, manage budgets and timelines, mentor staff, and build client relationships while staying current with regulations and emerging technologies.

This role emphasizes leadership, business development, and collaboration with marketing and operations to deliver high-value geospatial solutions.