Manager, Hydrographics - Remote, US

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.

6d•$96,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for a Manager, Hydrographics to join our team remotely. Candidates in EST preferred. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Leads complex hydrographic survey teams in support of navigation, coastal, riverine, and infrastructure initiatives. This role serves as a senior technical resource in hydrographic data acquisition, processing, and quality control, ensuring surveys meet or exceed client, regulatory, and industry standards. Leads a team of junior staff, supports project planning and execution, and contributes to continuous improvement of survey methodologies, safety, and data quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrography, Geomatics, Surveying, Oceanography, Civil Engineering, or a related field required.
Eight or more (8+) years of progressively responsible hydrographic survey experience.
Professional hydrographic certification required (e.g., Certified Hydrographer (CH), IHO Category A or B, or equivalent).
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

Experience leading field crews and overseeing complex survey projects preferred.
boating certifications/DOT license preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently plan and execute hydrographic survey operations for moderate to highly complex projects.
Serve as a technical resource and mentor to Hydrographers and Survey Technicians.
Support Project Managers with technical input, scope development, schedules, and cost estimates.
Promote adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements across field and office activities.
Plan and oversee hydrographic survey operations including vessel selection, equipment configuration, and survey line planning.
Represent and market Bowman’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
Operate and supervise the use of hydrographic survey equipment such as: Multibeam and single beam echosounders GNSS/INS positioning systems Sound velocity profilers and tide gauges
Ensure surveys comply with applicable standards (e.g., NOAA, USACE, IHO S-44, state and local requirements).
Provide advanced data processing, analysis, and quality control using industry-standard software.
Troubleshoot equipment, survey methods, and data quality issues in the field and office.
Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to resolve technical questions and survey constraints.
Conduct hydrographic data acquisition in marine, coastal, riverine, and inland environments.
Process, analyze, and validate bathymetric and positioning data to produce final deliverables.
Prepare technical reports, survey metadata, and documentation supporting project deliverables.
Review and certify survey data accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications.
Support proposal development with technical narratives and input on survey approaches.
Contribute to development and refinement of standard operating procedures and best practices.
Develop promotional concepts and new client business opportunities in all areas of service and all geographic locations.