Reality Capture Specialist Manager

DLR Group•Los Angeles, CA

64d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you're in the right place. Our Reality Capture team has an opening for a Reality Capture Specialist Manager in our Los Angeles studio. About Reality Capture at DLR Group The Reality Capture team utilizes a combination of lidar 3D scans, photogrammetry, photographs, and construction documents to create 3D models that elevate accuracy and safety throughout the lifecycle of our projects. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you'll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably. Position Summary As a Reality Capture Specialist Manager at DLR Group you will use advanced technology to quickly develop digital models of existing buildings and spaces. Attention to detail is critical, as the resulting deliverables will be used by DLR Group design teams and clients. You will have a passion for cutting-edge technology and the ability to apply it effectively to varying project scopes. Architectural knowledge of existing buildings is crucial. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure the financial health of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication. Additionally, you will lead the cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch), Engineering, or Survey degree; actively working toward licensure
10-12 years of professional 3D scanning experience, inclusive of at least 5 years of project management experience
Remote Pilot Certificate (FAA Part 107 UAS Pilot License)
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Civil3D, InfraWorks, Recap, Navisworks, BIM360/ACC, and Dynamo
Experience with Point Cloud software such as Leica Cyclone/Register360, Field360, 3DR, and CloudWorx
Strong understanding of building documentation best practices
Knowledge of Level of Accuracy (LOA) standards for 3D Capture and Level of Detail (LOD) standards for BIM
Proven ability to manage and collaborate across multiple project teams concurrently

Nice To Haves

CSI, USIBD, and Autodesk certifications (or actively working toward certification)
Experience with additional software tools such as NavVis, Leica, Esri, and Cintoo
Understanding of how to integrate emerging technologies into sustainable and environmentally responsible building design and construction

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor Reality Capture Specialists in your region, ensuring technical growth and project success
Communicate effectively with the Reality Capture Team to align priorities and workflows
Train staff on advanced scanning techniques and accurate building capture documentation
Operate, register, and process data from a wide range of 3D laser scanning equipment
Apply expert technical skills to evaluate building conditions and deliver precise, efficient 3D scans
Conduct regular QA checks of scanning work to maintain compliance with client and DLR Group standards
Participate in BIM kickoff meetings and contribute lessons learned in team meetings and training sessions
Manage project schedules and budgets to ensure scanning projects are delivered on time and within scope