Bathymetric Lidar Specialist

Seeking a new career challenge? Then Woolpert is seeking you! Woolpert is hiring a Bathymetric Lidar Specialist to join our dynamic ALB Team. This position reports to the ALB Team Leader and is responsible for performing advanced geospatial lidar mapping tasks on projects. Priority will be given to candidates who meet the minimum requirements with preferred skills and abilities.

Essential Functions

Performs advanced geospatial lidar technical tasks. Defines optimal workflow processes for their respective areas of expertise. Assists leadership in identifying technology needs, including hardware and software. Monitors and executes geospatial processes within their department and ensures all required steps are performed correctly and accurately. Provides technical expertise and leadership in the project definition and planning phases. Assists leadership in the development and implementation of geospatial QA/QC standards. Applies or develops advanced theories, concepts, principles and processes in execution of quality deliverables that meet project/deliverable specifications. Communicates new scientific methods, developments and practices through appropriate firm channels. Assist leadership in the development of project estimates and production schedules based on best practice approaches and available technology. Coaches, mentors, directs ,and delegates execution of project deliverables to and among technical team members. Collaborates with team on project workload; shifting responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Requirements 

• Education/Experience: Must have BA/BS degree relating to the Geospatial field and a minimum of five (5) years of professional Geospatial lidar related experience.
• Must have extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience regarding topo-bathymetric lidar data production workflows.
• Must have experience and ability to lead topo-bathymetric lidar projects from scoping phase through client delivery.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external relationships.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must have intermediate Microsoft Office suite skills.

• Must be proficient in geospatial system related software applications such as TerraSolid, Esri ArcGIS, and/or Bentley MicroStation.

• Bathymetric mapping / hydrographic survey experience preferred.

• Must be able to respond quickly to multiple demands in a fast-paced dynamic work environment.
• Must be able to interface effectively with vendors, clients, and other firm resources in a team environment.
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Licenses/Certifications: GISP, CP, or CMS preferred.

Unique Benefits

Certified as a Great Place to Work®, Woolpert is one of the fastest growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) companies in the world. With over 60 offices and countless projects around the globe, Woolpert makes a real difference at home and abroad. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Diverse experiences: Work on meaningful projects that improve quality of life around the world.
• Freedom to work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Unlimited vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more: Choose the benefits that work best for you.

Level up your career with Woolpert. Apply today and join our team to help shape the future of tomorrow!

Why Woolpert?

Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you'll join a team of experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career growth.

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