UAS Technician

Allan Myers•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Drone Pilot / UAV Pilot / UAS Technician is responsible for operating unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to support surveying, construction operations, progress tracking, safety inspections, volumetric analysis, and digital project delivery. This role utilizes drone technology, GNSS equipment, photogrammetry software, and BIM integration to provide accurate and actionable data for construction projects.

Requirements

FAA Part 107 required before start date
Two or more years of professional drone flight experience.
Knowledge on completing a Part 107 Waiver from the FAA
Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction, surveying, civil engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience operating UAVs/UAS in a professional environment.
High School Diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to walk 3-5 miles per day over rough and uneven terrain.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Nice To Haves

Preference for LiDAR experience
Knowledge of Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center
Ability to travel between job sites
Experience with GNSS/GPS surveying equipment.
Knowledge of photogrammetry, LiDAR mapping, and reality capture workflows.
Experience with BIM, digital twin, GIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or related construction technology platforms.
Strong computer and data management skills.
Completion of coursework or certifications related to photogrammetry, LiDAR, surveying, mapping, or construction-focused UAV applications.

Responsibilities

Perform aerial surveying and mapping operations using unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Establish and verify Ground Control Points (GCPs) using GNSS/GPS receivers to ensure accurate survey-grade deliverables.
Capture high-resolution imagery and LiDAR data for topographic mapping, site analysis, and quantity calculations.
Generate orthomosaics, digital surface models (DSMs), digital terrain models (DTMs), and 3D models for project planning and execution.
Conduct weekly or bi-weekly drone flights to document project progress.
Provide aerial data and reporting to project managers to monitor schedules, productivity, and site conditions.
Identify and document deviations between planned and actual construction progress.
Perform visual and thermal inspections of roofs, structures, facades, and construction sites.
Improve safety by reducing the need for personnel to access elevated or hazardous locations.
Support safety teams with aerial site assessments and documentation.
Perform stockpile measurements and volumetric calculations using drone-generated point clouds and photogrammetry.
Provide accurate material quantity reports for earthwork, aggregates, and construction materials.
Capture and maintain aerial documentation for environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance reporting.
Support permitting requirements and project recordkeeping with aerial imagery and data.
Produce high-quality aerial photographs and video content for client presentations, proposals, project updates, and marketing materials.
Maintain an organized archive of drone imagery and project documentation.
Process drone data using industry-standard software platforms, including: Pix4D, DroneDeploy, Agisoft Metashape, Propeller.
Generate accurate deliverables and reports from aerial datasets.
Integrate drone outputs with survey, GIS, CAD, and BIM platforms.