Survey Project Manager - Geospatial/LiDAR

ZipRecruiter; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading geospatial firm as a Survey Project Manager in Charlotte, NC, where you'll lead LiDAR processing projects and enhance data delivery. Your expertise in TerraScan and TerraMatch will drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement within our team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing geospatial/LiDAR survey projects.
• Advanced proficiency in TerraScan and TerraMatch.
• Strong understanding of strip-to-strip alignment and point classification.

Responsibilities

• Lead LiDAR processing projects from start to finish.
• Collaborate to develop and optimize workflows for point cloud data.
• Troubleshoot processing bottlenecks to improve throughput.

Skills

Efficiency

Quality focus

Organizational skills

Tools

TerraScan

TerraMatch

TopoDOT

MicroStation

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you a survey professional with a passion for LiDAR and geospatial workflows? We're looking for a Survey Project Manager to join our Charlotte office and take ownership of the LiDAR-based production pipeline. This is a unique opportunity for someone who understands the power of TerraScan and TerraMatch, and can drive workflow efficiencies—not just operate the software.

What You'll Do:

• Lead LiDAR processing projects from start to finish across mobile, aerial (manned & unmanned), and terrestrial platforms.
• Use TerraScan for classification and TerraMatch for strip-to-strip alignment and accuracy improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop, refine, and optimize workflows for point cloud data.
• Support production staff and help train and mentor technicians in using TerraSolid tools more efficiently.
• Interface with teams using TopoDOT, MicroStation, and other geospatial tools to support data extraction and deliverables.
• Troubleshoot processing bottlenecks and propose solutions that reduce post-processing effort and increase throughput.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience managing geospatial/LiDAR survey projects.
• Advanced proficiency in TerraScan and TerraMatch—you know how to make these tools sing.
• Familiarity with TopoDOT, MicroStation, and point cloud extraction workflows.
• A mindset focused on efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of strip-to-strip alignment, point classification, and best practices in data refinement.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  

Why Join Us?

This is more than a production role. You'll be instrumental in evolving how we deliver LiDAR data, working alongside a team that values innovation and efficiency. If you're ready to step into a leadership position in the geospatial world, we'd love to talk.