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The Project Coordinator is responsible for various project support tasks, including flight planning, equipment and sensor tracking, project logistics, strategy and tactics, management of personnel, field support, and occasional deployments into the field as a Sensor Operator. When deployed in the field, the Project Coordinator will work closely in a collaborative team environment with a captain in small aircraft/helicopters while flying acquisition missions. The position will be challenged both technically and with the breadth of tasks inherent to the role.

Work Environment:

• Location: NV5 Regional office in Corvallis , OR
• Potential travel up to 25% of the time

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, we are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

Project Management (approximately 50% of time):

• Develop efficient flight and logistical plans that meet or exceed project specification
• Maintain project management software as it relates to acquisition efforts
• Responsible for notification of project status or completion to the Business Unit Leads, Account Managers, Project Managers and Director of Data Acquisition
• Create flight plans and develop project plan in support of estimating
• Create and update Project Tracking documents and Flight Backlog
• Act as a point of contact for field personnel

Field Travel (approximately 20% of time):

• Travel into the field to support acquisition as a Sensor Operator
• Troubleshoot and install sensor systems with support

Project Tracking (approximately 20% of time):

• Assist in detailed tracking of project costs
• Track status in study areas, including personnel, weather, resources, etc.
• Track project performance budget to actual, identifying primary causes for variances

Safety & Compliance (approximately 5% of time):

• Assist in maintaining field safety program protocols and meetings
• Ensure safe and secure use of company vehicles, equipment, and instrumentation
• Report safety concerns and violations/issues to the Director of People Operations

Policies/Procedures (approximately 5% of time):

• Develop process and procedures as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field; HS diploma and commensurate experience may be substituted for a degree
• 2+ years of experience in remote sensing
• Experience with databases and spreadsheets
• A valid driver's license
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Aviation Background
• Field experience as an airborne sensor operator
• Ability to work out of the NV5 office in Portland, OR
• In-depth experience using various LIDAR sensors, cameras and other instruments
• Experience using both flight planning and post processing software packages
• Experience in topobathymetric lidar
• Experience in helicopter operations

 Required Skills:

• Firm understanding of geospatial concepts and GPS survey methods and Interest in GIS and remote sensing
• Successful working independently, as well as in a team setting
• Self-motivated
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Excellent decision making and problem-solving abilities
• Desire and flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Physical Requirements:

• Typical work day to expect: 90% office related tasks and 10% walking or moving equipment up to 70 pounds
• Occasional travel and field work will be required; Travel as needed and adhere to a non-traditional work schedule in order to assist in Field Operations

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, FTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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