Senior Geomatics Specialist

Overview

This Opportunity WSP is currently searching for a Senior Geomatics Specialist to join our Midwest Region Geomatics Team in either Minneapolis, MN, Burnsville, MN, or Detroit, MI. This position leads field crews in delivering high-precision surveys and reality capture solutions for complex infrastructure, industrial, and related projects, including dimensional control surveys, SLAM-based mobile scanning, and terrestrial laser scanning, supporting Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy, and other sectors.

Responsibilities involve managing field operations on moderate- to large-scale, complex projects, ensuring accurate capture of spatial data and control networks used for boundary retracement, engineering design, construction verification, as-built documentation, and digital twin workflows. Generate accurate and concise survey deliverables including PLSS and control reports, boundary evidence recovery, scan registrations, and QA/QC documentation derived from conventional and 3D capture technologies. Ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for safety, accuracy, and functionality.

• Lead and mentor survey crew members in field operations, emphasizing safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with surveyors, geomatics technicians, engineers, and project managers to ensure accurate field-to-finish workflows.
• Provide training and guidance on survey principles, GNSS, dimensional control methods, SLAM scanning, and terrestrial LiDAR technologies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and adoption of emerging reality capture technologies.

• Coordinate with stakeholders to plan and execute field survey tasks including boundary retracement, survey control, and reality capture strategies.
• Serve as the primary field representative for survey and scanning operations on assigned projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders during field operations, including active construction environments.
• Provide accurate and timely updates on project progress, field conditions, and data quality.
• Ensure all deliverables meet client specifications and applicable regulatory and professional standards.

• Lead execution of a variety of surveys including ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, right-of-way, subsurface utility engineering, and high-precision dimensional control surveys for indoor mapping, industrial alignment, and verification.
• Operate and manage SLAM mobile scanners, terrestrial laser scanners (e.g., Leica, Nav Vis), GNSS, and total stations.
• Establish, adjust, and validate survey control networks to meet tight tolerance requirements.
• Perform scan planning, acquisition, registration, and validation of point cloud datasets.
• Process and integrate field data into CAD and reality capture platforms (e.g., Cintoo, Nav Vis Ivion, Leica Cyclone, Recap).
• Interpret and troubleshoot discrepancies between design models, control networks, and field conditions.
• Prepare detailed field notes, reports, and QA/QC documentation supporting survey and scan deliverables.
• Support a variety of projects including industrial facilities, transportation corridors, utilities, and energy sites.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, project specifications, and QA/QC procedures.

• Plan and execute field activities with a focus on safety, productivity, and quality outcomes.
• Monitor adherence to survey control standards, tolerances, and project-specific requirements.
• Coordinate logistics, equipment, and staffing for field assignments.
• Support multi-disciplinary teams in delivering fully coordinated project outcomes.
• Assist in developing field workflows and best practices for advanced survey technologies.
• Perform additional tasks as required to meet project or business needs.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant field surveying experience, including leadership of survey crews.
• Demonstrated expertise in dimensional control surveying and construction layout.
• Experience operating SLAM scanners and terrestrial LiDAR systems.
• Strong understanding of survey control, coordinate systems, and geodetic principles.
• Ability to perform precise measurements and computations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage field operations in dynamic environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with clients and project teams.
• Highly developed attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with field data collection and processing software platforms.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements, including…