Lidar Technician II - Federal Programs at Surveying And Mapping, LLC – Atlanta, Texas

Surveying And Mapping, LLC
Lidar Technician II - Federal Programs

US--The Battery Atlanta

Job ID: 26-7628
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Aerial-GIS
The Battery Atlanta

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

SAM is seeking an experienced Breakline Lead to oversee hydro collection for federal topographic lidar deliverables. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the progress of production assignments, overseeing quality control, and offering guidance to the team on hydro data collection, tailored to project specifications and geographic conditions. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in hydro datasets, GIS, and remote sensing. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge geospatial technologies and contribute to federal programs with critical applications.

• Lead hydro collection and production efforts for federal lidar deliverables, ensuring adherence to project specifications and standards.
• Assign hydro production tasks and track team progress, ensuring that deadlines and quality expectations are met.
• Review 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) and 3D Hydrography Program (3DHP) hydro deliverables for correctness and accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Provide training and guidance to team members on hydro collection procedures, requirements, and expectations.
• Assist in bare earth point cloud editing, DEM reviews, and product generation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in GIS/remote sensing, with a focus on lidar data collection and processing.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Geography, GIS, or a related field.
• Proficient in geospatial software such as ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, Geocue LP360, Blue Marble Geographics Global Mapper, Bentley Microstation, and Terrasolid suite.
• Understanding of collection specifications and current 3DEP Lidar Base Specification (LBS) deliverables.
• Understanding of 3D hydrographic elevation conflation processes, and quality control.
• Experience with United States Geological Survey (USGS) 3D Elevation Product (3DEP) and United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead a team effectively.

• Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

  • Topobathymetric lidar production/processing experience a plus.
  • Experience with United States Geological Survey (USGS) 3D Hydrography Program (3DHP), Elevation-Derived Hydrography (EDH), and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) projects.