Director of Geomatics

MasTec Inc•Fargo, ND

About The Position

Responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for all surveying, geospatial, and aerial data acquisition activities across the organization. This role oversees a multidisciplinary team responsible for drone-based LiDAR and photogrammetry, geospatial data processing and analysis, and field survey execution supporting the full project lifecycle from pre-construction site evaluation through grading verification and construction layout. The Director ensures the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of all geospatial data used for engineering design, cost estimating, and construction verification. This includes oversight of LiDAR data processing, point cloud analysis, surface modeling, and validation of grading and site conditions against design requirements. The role also leads survey operations including ALTA-based site setup, control network establishment, and centralized data management. This position establishes standards, workflows, and technologies that drive efficiency, quality, and scalability across all geomatics functions. As the senior subject matter expert, the Director ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards while aligning survey and geospatial deliverables with engineering, construction, and business objectives. This role is accountable for end-to-end geomatics execution across all project lifecycle phases, estimating support, preconstruction, construction, and closeout, with final decision authority on geomatics risk management, methods, and sequencing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geomatics or related field
10 years of relevant work experience in the geomatics field
Five years of experience in a leadership role with proven results
Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward MasTec CE&I’s Zero Injury principles
Possess strong technical aptitude & proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks, make decisions and solve problems while under pressure
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate will all levels of the organization
Strong leadership, development, coaching and mentoring skills
Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, contracts and governmental regulations
Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities

Nice To Haves

Active professional engineering license preferred

Responsibilities

Own lifecycle accountability for geomatics activities from early site assessment and risk identification through final construction verification and turnover
Accountable for geomatics outcomes across the project lifecycle and holds final authority to approve, reject, or escalate geomatics approaches, data readiness, and risk mitigation strategies
Lead and manage core Geomatics functions and teams supporting geomatics engineering, surveying, aerial data acquisition, and geospatial data management across multiple projects and regions
Oversee all drone-based data acquisition activities, including LiDAR and photogrammetric flights, ensuring proper planning, execution, and data quality
Direct processing and analysis of LiDAR and photogrammetry data, including point cloud classification, intensity evaluation, surface modeling, and generation of accurate existing condition datasets for engineering and estimating
Ensure pre-construction geospatial data accurately represents existing site conditions to support design development, earthwork analysis, and project costing
Oversee post-clearing and post-grading survey verification through aerial and field methods to confirm compliance with design surfaces and tolerances prior to construction activities such as pile installation
Establish and maintain survey control networks and coordinate systems for all projects, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all survey and construction layout activities
Oversee ALTA/NSPS survey integration and ensure proper translation of boundary, easement, and title data into field-ready control and layout
Manage centralized survey and geospatial data systems (e.g., Trimble platforms), ensuring proper data governance, version control, accessibility, and integration with engineering and construction teams
Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for drone operations, LiDAR processing, survey workflows, and data management
Enforce Geomatics RACI ownership and handoff expectations across all project phases and stakeholder groups
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations for drone operations and all applicable state and federal land surveying requirements
Serve as the senior technical authority for geomatics and survey-related issues, including troubleshooting complex data discrepancies or field challenges
Collaborate with Engineering, Preconstruction, and Construction teams to align geospatial deliverables with design intent, grading plans, and construction tolerances
Serve as the final decision authority for geomatics risk, methodologies, tolerances, and sequencing across Engineering, Operations, and Construction interfaces
Monitor geomatics performance, data accuracy, and project trends to identify risks, support operational decision-making, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and track operational KPIs related to geomatics data quality, execution efficiency, project readiness, and lifecycle support across all project phases
Escalate unresolved cross-functional data conflicts, risk acceptance decisions, or deviations from standards to executive leadership
Evaluate and implement new technologies and workflows to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and scalability (e.g., LiDAR advancements, automation, machine control integration)
Support estimating and business development efforts by ensuring reliable geospatial data is available for site evaluation and proposal development
Lead training and development of staff across drone operations, data processing, and survey practices to build technical depth and consistency
Conduct audits and site visits to verify field execution, data integrity, and adherence to company standards and safety requirements
Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing, and resource planning to support current and future project demands
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all field, drone, and survey operations

Benefits

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan