Geospatial Project Manager

NV5•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Geospatial Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex geospatial projects ranging from $100K to $10M. Projects may include aerial and field data acquisition, domestic and international data processing, advanced analytics, and reporting. Our insights are used by commercial, electric, oil and gas companies for operations, risk mitigation, and infrastructure development. Our projects maximize benefits and minimize negative impacts on people and the natural environment. This role leads cross-functional teams and serves as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality delivery, strong client relationships, and alignment with organizational goals. The PM reports to the Program Manager. This role offers flexibility in location, with the option to work from NV5's Portland, OR Office or remotely from home. Occasional travel may be required, typically less than 20%.

Requirements

Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams
Experience working with geographically distributed teams
Proficiency in collaborative tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams)
Reliable high-speed internet connectivity
Bachelor’s degree in Business, GIS, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of project management experience, preferably in GIS/mapping or related fields
Demonstrated success managing complex projects from initiation through completion
Experience developing project schedules, work breakdown structures, and Gantt charts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices

Nice To Haves

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
Experience in geospatial, infrastructure, or related industries

Responsibilities

Lead the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
Serve as the primary client-facing representative for all project execution activities
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
Coordinate cross-functional teams to maximize performance and efficiency
Develop project charters, schedules, and comprehensive project plans
Refine scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
Refine budgets in coordination with Acquisition, Production, Sales and Estimating teams
Identify resource needs, task sequencing, and activity durations
Collaborate with technical teams to establish quality plans to comply with project requirements
Direct and manage project tasks in accordance with approved plans and timelines
Assign responsibilities based on team members’ expertise and capabilities
Maintain strong communication with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders
Ensure quality control processes are implemented and adhered to throughout project execution
Track project performance against schedule, budget, and quality metrics
Conduct regular project reviews and status reporting
Manage scope, schedule, and cost changes through formal change control processes
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively
Maintain accurate project data in ERP systems, including EAC projections and forecasts
Partner with Finance to ensure timely invoicing and minimum work-in-progress (WIP)
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Provide clear, consistent communication and reporting to stakeholders
Act as liaison between clients, project teams, and internal departments
Support pre-sales efforts by contributing to project planning, scheduling, and risk assessment
Review contracts and proposals to ensure alignment with operational capabilities
Collaborate with Sales, Estimating, and Operations teams as needed
Contribute to PMO process improvements, standards, and best practices
Lead or participate in initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and project delivery