Senior LiDAR Lead (Remote) - Data Processing & QA

Bowman; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Benefits package

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

Bowman seeks a Senior LiDAR Technician to lead LiDAR data processing for large geospatial projects. You may work remotely or in an office, directing workflows to deliver accurate datasets on schedule and within budget.

You will mentor a mid-sized team, provide technical leadership, collaborate with project managers and engineers, ensure QA/QC standards, and contribute to proposals and automation initiatives using MicroStation CONNECT, TerraScan, TerraModeler, and PLS-CADD.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. An Associate’s degree or technical courses are preferred.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in LiDAR data processing and geospatial workflows.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing production environments.
• Expert-level proficiency in MicroStation CONNECT (or 2025) with TerraScan and TerraModeler.
• Working knowledge of Global Mapper and Google Earth.
• Intermediate proficiency in PLS-CADD and ability to produce integrated deliverables.
• Understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data standards.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, VBA) preferred.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot preferred.
• Experience with utility or transmission line projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a mid-sized LiDAR processing team, fostering accountability and a culture of quality.
• Provide technical leadership, including troubleshooting complex LiDAR processing challenges.
• Assign tasks, monitor team performance, and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
• Establish and reinforce standards for QA/QC processes and deliverable quality.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and survey teams to align LiDAR deliverables with project objectives.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding project status, technical requirements, and deliverables.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals, scope development, and pricing.
• Document workflows, maintain processing logs, and contribute to the consistency of operational procedures.
• Promote innovation by identifying and implementing process improvements and automation strategies.
• Process and manage LiDAR datasets using MicroStation CONNECT (or 2025) with TerraScan and TerraModeler.
• Perform advanced point cloud classification, feature extraction, and surface modeling.
• Conduct rigorous QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with client specifications.
• Utilize tools such as Global Mapper and Google Earth for data visualization, validation, and integration.
• Prepare and merge datasets for PLS-CADD deliverables to support engineering design workflows.
• Ensure proper handling of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data standards.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, reports, and processing procedures.
• Explore and apply AI-driven tools (e.g., Microsoft 365 Copilot) to optimize workflows and improve efficiency.

Skills

LiDAR data processing

Leadership

QA/QC

MicroStation

TerraScan

TerraModeler

Global Mapper

Google Earth

PLS-CADD

Python

VBA

AI Copilot

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation CONNECT

TerraScan

TerraModeler

Global Mapper

Google Earth

PLS-CADD

Job description

Bowman seeks a Senior LiDAR Technician to lead LiDAR data processing for large geospatial projects. You may work remotely or in an office, directing workflows to deliver accurate datasets on schedule and within budget.

You will mentor a mid-sized team, provide technical leadership, collaborate with project managers and engineers, ensure QA/QC standards, and contribute to proposals and automation initiatives using MicroStation CONNECT, TerraScan, TerraModeler, and PLS-CADD.