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Position Description:

The VDC Reality Capture Technician is responsible for collecting, processing, and integrating reality capture data to support coordination, as-built verification, model analysis, and project reporting. Drone piloting and point cloud data management are critical to this position. The successful candidate will perform aerial and ground-based data collection and deliver organized, usable datasets that support project VDC workflows.

The position will initially be based out of our main office in Edmonton, Alberta, with the role later shifting to a project site located near Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.

Reports to: VDC Project Manager, VDC Manager

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

Perform reality capture activities, including drone flights, aerial image collection, site photography, 360 capture, LiDAR scanning, and related field data collection.
Process and organize aerial and ground-based capture data for use in coordination, planning, reporting, and model analysis.
Verify as-built field conditions using laser scanner, total station, GNSS, and related field data against project models and requirements.
Clean and prepare point cloud data, including cropping, sectioning, and removal of noise.
Integrate reality capture data with 3D models, CAD drawings, Drone Deploy and project coordination workflows.
Compile as-built data, identify field-to-model discrepancies, and support issue reporting to project teams.
Support site control activities by working with project control, coordinate systems, and related field verification requirements.
Maintain capture equipment, field notes, data logs, and project documentation in accordance with company and project standards.
Coordinate with VDC, operations, and field teams to plan and execute capture activities based on project priorities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in VDC, geomatics, survey, construction technology, engineering technology, or a related field.
Proven experience with drone piloting and aerial data management.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Ability to work safely and effectively in active construction environments.
Experience with Autodesk Forma/ACC, Civil 3D, Autodesk Point Layout, Trimble control tools, or similar platforms.
Experience on large, complex, industrial, mission critical, or data centre projects.
Relevant drone or flight credentials are an asset.
Experience with GPR is an asset.
Able to satisfy all requirements necessary to conduct advanced drone operations and flight planning in Canada.
Travel as required.

Ready to build your career with us? Apply now and join a team that’s making a real impact.

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