Survey/3D Laser Scanning Technician

VEC•San Francisco, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Survey/3D Laser Scanning Technician, you will be responsible for performing and documenting visual observations, maintaining continuity between office and field teams, and utilizing technology to ensure quality control of the installation process. You will work closely with field crews, foremen, superintendents and project managers to ensure constructability, accuracy, and seamless execution of the project. The role is 100% onsite, no hybrid work schedules are available. VEC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In accordance with federal and state laws, VEC does not discriminate in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, ancestry, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history cancer or genetic characteristics), veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

1+ years in construction
Flexibility: Ability to travel for work for 2 weeks – 18 months at a time and/or ability to relocate
Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to identify and analyze issues and provide constructible solutions
Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Scan Registration software, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Procore
Coordination & Clash Detection: Understanding of multidisciplinary coordination efforts in BIM
Communication Skills: Strong ability to collaborate with contractors, project managers, and field teams
Industry Expertise: Familiarity with construction terminology and means and methods
Extreme Ownership Mentality: Take full responsibility for quality control solutions, project success, and team collaboration

Responsibilities

Centralizing project data and implementing an organized system for real-time information access.
Perform unbiased third-party observations to identify discrepancies and potential risks to help mitigate accidents and injuries on-site.
Utilizing technology to collect data and producing visual content which communicates as-built conditions.
Work closely with field crews, foremen, superintendents and project managers to optimize project success.
Support field team, contribute to process improvements, and stay up to date on the latest technology that can provide value to the project.
Organizing and managing all project-related data in one centralized location for consistency and convenience.
Creating a streamlined and organized system to ensure project teams have access to accurate, real-time information.
Document, report and maintain all observations to ensure that issues are resolved in a timely manner.
Perform unbiased third-party observations at all stages of construction to ensure proper installation techniques and compliance with project plans and requirements.
Identifying deviations from the project plans, design specifications and model.
Identifying safety and quality-related risks to help mitigate accidents and injuries on-site that may impact the installation process, project's timeline, budget, or overall success.
Perform regular site walks with the 360 camera for documenting progress, completed work and highlight any issues.
Capture existing conditions with the 3D laser scanner, pre and post install, to identify discrepancies and potential issues.
Utilize a robotic total station (RTS) to support layout activities.
Operate UAS (drone) systems to capture aerial imagery of existing jobsite conditions for observation and analysis.
Compare model against collected data to ensure that the digital model represents the real-world construction elements accurately and producing visual content which communicates as-built conditions.
Working closely with project teams to streamline communication and operations, ensuring that information flows seamlessly between the office and the field.
Attend weekly meetings, present issues, and contribute to problem resolution.
Work hand-in-hand with field teams to address constructability concerns and assist in providing solutions.