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Bowman has an opportunity for a Reality Capture Project Manager to join our team in Austin, TX.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Lead project delivery and communications for sophisticated Reality Capture and BIM services performed for our clients in the US and beyond. Interface with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver industry leading solutions that continuously surpass client expectations. This role serves as the central point of communication between clients, internal teams, and field staff, ensuring project requirements are clearly defined and consistently met. 

Leadership and Direction

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially complex assignments, modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria. Work is completed using advanced techniques and principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement. May review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Develop existing client relationships that meet client needs and promote business opportunities.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Participate in proposal development, scope definition, and contract review for reality capture projects.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, project partners, and internal leadership to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Continuously work with project managers, field managers, and data managers to understand full scope of service offerings to present customized service capabilities to potential clients that meet and exceed their objectives.

Do the Work

• Serve as the project’s expert in both reality capture and Architectural/BIM applications.
• Field inbound leads and opportunities from new and existing clients as the first line of communication.
• In coordination with the broader internal team, develop bespoke project delivery proposals that represent best in class reality capture methods and resulting Revit/BIM models.
• Consult with and lead technical team members in the development of project solutions
• Request, receive and evaluate subcontractor and material pricing. Write appropriate PO's and subcontracts for awarded jobs.
• Prepare project-related materials or documents.
• Schedule and hold pre-job planning meetings or appropriate status meetings.
• Communicate with field and data specialists on scope of projects.
• Develop and manage project schedules.
• Prepare and track project change orders.
• Monitor project costs relative to budget on a weekly basis.
• Utilize project management software to maintain up to date project status.
• Create reports, exhibits, and other tools that may be required to communicate with both internal and external project stakeholders.
• Review timesheets, invoices and subcontractor bills and see that they are properly coded for accounting system.
• Maintain all project files per document and data management practices.
• Simultaneously manage multiple complex projects.
• Plan for risks, manage issues, and be the glue amongst a multi-disciplined project delivery team.
• Ensure continuity, risk mitigation, and profitability through all cycles of a project.
• Negotiate contract changes and minimize risk around scope, schedule, budget, and margin goals.
• Maintain project financial status and reporting.
• Help ensure the safety of the project team.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Desire to seek professional growth and advancement within the company.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Works effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Focus on improving return on investment.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction, Building Engineering, project management, business or related field preferred.
• Eight or more (8+) years of relevant project management experience, preferably in surveying and/or AEC industry.
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

• Primarily indoor professional office environment and may risk exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional outdoor work environment with possible exposure to outside weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Occasional local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction, Building Engineering, project management, business or related field preferred.
• Eight or more (8+) years of relevant project management experience, preferably in surveying and/or AEC industry.
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.