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How much do drone operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for drone operator in Indiana is $21.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by drone operators during field operations?

Drone operators often face challenges such as adapting to changing weather conditions, maintaining compliance with local aviation regulations, and troubleshooting technical issues with equipment in the field. Additionally, they may need to coordinate closely with team members or clients on-site to ensure safety and meet project objectives. Effective communication and thorough pre-flight planning are essential to mitigate risks and complete missions successfully.

What is a drone operator?

Drone operators are professionals who pilot unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, for various purposes such as aerial photography, surveying, inspections, mapping, agriculture, and delivery services. They are responsible for planning flights, operating the drone safely, capturing data or images, and maintaining equipment. Drone operators must comply with aviation regulations, ensure safe flight paths, and often analyze the data collected during their missions. The job requires technical skills, attention to detail, and sometimes certification depending on the country and type of operation.

What is the difference between Drone Operator vs Drone Pilot?

AspectDrone OperatorDrone Pilot
CertificationsFAA Part 107 certificationFAA Part 107 certification
Work EnvironmentIndoor/outdoor, various industriesOutdoor, primarily flight operations
Employer & IndustryMedia, agriculture, construction, inspectionFilmmaking, surveying, inspection
Common Search IntentOperational roles, job descriptionsFlying, piloting, flight skills

While both Drone Operators and Drone Pilots require FAA Part 107 certification and often work in similar environments, Drone Operators typically focus on managing drone operations, data collection, and payload handling. Drone Pilots primarily focus on flying the drone, ensuring safe and precise flight. The roles often overlap, but Drone Operators may handle more of the operational planning and data processing, whereas Drone Pilots concentrate on the actual flight execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a drone operator?

To thrive as a Drone Operator, you need strong spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, and a solid understanding of aviation regulations, often supported by a Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) from the FAA. Familiarity with drone flight control software, GPS systems, and camera operation is crucial for effective and safe operations. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication set standout operators apart, especially when working in teams or with clients. These skills ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality drone operations across diverse industries such as surveying, videography, and inspection.
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Infographic showing various Drone Operator job openings in Indiana as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,609 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Meyer Najem

Indianapolis, IN

$106K - $144K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


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Title: Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction ID: 01799 IN Location: Indianapolis, IN Department: Indiana Management
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We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with ground up commercial construction experience who has managed jobs from $25M to $50M+.  A successful Project Manager at Meyer Najem effectively communicates and coordinates with the owner, onsite staff and back office operations team. If you put SAFETY first, focus on producing high quality work, embrace technology to be more efficient and enjoy working with a diverse group of people, then Meyer Najem is where you want to work.

Company Overview

Meyer Najem is now 100% employee owned ESOP. Our mission is to achieve excellence by completing safe and successful projects that serve the community with distinction. We achieve this by inspiring and serving clients through teamwork, integrity, quality, creativity, and well executed projects - always staying true to our culture and values.  We have been voted a Top Workplace since 2009. We have enjoyed tremendous success and growth, operating in diverse commercial, multi-family, hospitality, institutional, healthcare and senior living markets. 

Position Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with the Project Executive to set-up contracts/P.O.'s, required testing/inspections, submittals/samples, subcontractor/supplier lists, project schedule
  • Coordinate with the Estimator on the project budget, project scope, potential problems such as critical items and/or special hazards
  • Procure Lett Intents
  • Execute owner contract as may be required
  • Confirm all quantities with Estimator
  • Review returned subcontracts before signing
  • Execute and track critical path submittals
  • Confirm project schedule with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Finalize project budgets with AP/AR manager
  • Thorough review with the field superintendent of the plans and specifications for each project
  • Set times for the weekly site meetings and monthly progress meetings.
  • Set-up the internal project hand-off meetings
  • Process and execute change orders
  • Overall project review throughout the project on budgets and schedules
  • Update budgets bi-monthly
  • Update project schedules weekly
  • Verify all testing/inspections have been completed and meet specifications
  • Prepare project meeting agenda
  • Work with the AP/AR Manager to process owner and subcontractor billings, approve codes and their amounts, and release subcontractors after owner payment
  • Final punch and close-out preparation for final billings, O & M manuals, punch out completion, substantial completion signed, final inspection, occupancy certificates with the city and/or state
Minimum Qualifications
  • A degree in Construction Management or Construction/Civil Engineering/Architecture strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in Commercial Building Construction
  • Experience with technology: ProCore, SmartSheets, BlueBeam
  • A safety first mindset
  • The ideal candidate has the ability to solve problems with limited direction

Employee Benefits Include

  • 100% Employee Owned (ESOP)
  • Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Generous PTO and Holidays
  • Friday morning breakfast, monthly company cookouts, $150 per year for Meyer Najem SWAG
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Employer paid and voluntary life insurance
  • 401k Traditional & 401k Roth Match
  • HSA, HRA and FSA options
  • Employee Referral Program and Wellness Program
  • Relocation Assistance & Per Diem
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Education Reimbursement
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    • Community
    • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    • Leadership
    • Swing Into Giving
  • Services
    • Preconstruction
    • Construction
    • Lean Construction
    • Safety Management
    • Quality Management
    • Real Estate
    • Special Projects
  • Portfolio
    • Healthcare
    • Senior Living
    • Commercial
    • Municipal
    • Education
    • Greek & Student Living
    • Restaurant
    • Corporate
    • Retail
    • Interiors
    • Recreational
    • Research & Development
    • Special Projects
  • Innovation
    • Renderings & Walkthroughs
    • Clash Detection
    • Model Based Estimating
    • Reality Capture
    • Drone Technology
  • News & Media
  • SOUTHEAST OFFICE