Project Manager 10-28-22

Vexcel•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Keystone Aerial Surveys, Inc ., a Vexcel company is looking for a Project Manager . The role requires a team player who is self-motivated, detailed oriented, able to multi-task, and technically savvy. Purpose : The function of the Project Manager is to support flight operations, perform post flight quality control, and validate client deliverables. The Project Manager is responsible for working with clients and flight crew to execute required flight mission(s). The Project Manager is responsible for communicating clearly and completely with clients, crews, and post processing team, and ensuring that delivery requirements are met on schedule. The Project Manager will assure that the required reporting paperwork is filed accurately, completely and on time.

Requirements

College degree in mapping, geography, GIS or related fields preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required.
Licensing/registration/certification requirements: Valid Driver's license
Ability to obtain a passport
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to learn complex application software
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including overnight travel, if necessary
Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

Nice To Haves

One years' experience in the Geospatial profession.
Two or more years' experience in the Geospatial profession

Responsibilities

Coordinate with crews and Flight Department Manager regarding aircraft mission priorities and deployment location
Coordinate project specifications with clients, crew members and post processing personnel
Determine when customer project specifications are not met and reject data
Coordinate re-flights based on this data
Track and document project progress, reporting to clients as required (daily if necessary), which may include weekends and holidays
Perform flight planning with GIS software
Use customized and commercially available software to track project completeness
Perform quality control of various deliverable items
Communicate with clients during quoting stage, pre-flight, post-flight, and before and after delivery
Design flight plans for quotation and acquisition
RFP/RFQ documentation assistance when needed
Review of procedures to foster improvements and efficiencies
Develop and document new procedures as operations change
Attend industry events to network with potential and current clients, seek out new business opportunities, and stay current on software, hardware, and best practices in the industry
Training of colleagues on quality control procedures, flight map making, delivery preparations, etc.
Communicate effectively with fellow staff and managers, fostering a teamwork environment where every employee's input is encouraged