VDC Field Technology Lead - Reality Capture & Robotic Layout

Alston Construction; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alston Construction is seeking a VDC Field Technology Manager to oversee Reality Capture, Robotic Layout, and field verification for mission critical projects such as data centers. You will lead training, implementation, and processes, coordinating with VDC Directors, field teams, and trade partners to ensure high reliability and zero tolerance for errors.

The role focuses on deploying VDC technology across projects, developing schedules tied to MEP and commissioning, and advancing UAS/3D

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• Significant experience with UAS, 3D Laser Scanning, LiDAR or Geomatics.
• Familiarity with 3-D geospatial data, point clouds, and digital models.
• Experience with imagery acquisition, photogrammetry, orthophotos, and registration.
• Familiarity with reality capture hardware and software such as Trimble RealWorks, ReCap Pro, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Experience with robotic total stations and layout platforms; integration into BIM workflows.

Responsibilities

• Partner with VDC Director/Manager and support teams on mission critical projects.
• Lead VDC field technology deployment for data centers and similar facilities.
• Supervise VDC Specialists and provide ongoing training and support.
• Develop and align VDC schedules with project milestones (MEP, prefabrication, commissioning).
• Lead research and development of UAS technologies and Robotic Layout workflows.
• Create governance documents and standards for UAS and Robotic Layout.
• Provide field-captured data and as-built deliverables to project teams and owners.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction on bids and pursue mission critical clients.

Skills

UAS

3D Scanning

LiDAR

Geomatics

Reality Capture

Robotic Layout

VDC Technologies

BIM Workflows

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Engineering degree

Tools

Trimble RealWorks

ReCap Pro

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Alston Construction is seeking a VDC Field Technology Manager to oversee Reality Capture, Robotic Layout, and field verification for mission critical projects such as data centers. You will lead training, implementation, and processes, coordinating with VDC Directors, field teams, and trade partners to ensure high reliability and zero tolerance for errors.

The role focuses on deploying VDC technology across projects, developing schedules tied to MEP and commissioning, and advancing UAS/3D