Project Manager - Geospatial

We are currently seeking a Project Manager - Geospatial with a min. of 5+ years of professional experience to be part of our Geospatial Division to work out of our Huntsville, AL office .

The candidate will work in a fast-paced environment where projects are derived from both public and private clientele. As a firm, we continue to grow and look forward to the opportunity to add those that are eager to work on exciting projects and grow professionally utilizing the latest technologies and software.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

• Manages remote sensing project life-cycle, from proposal development and scoping to final delivery and closeout
• LiDAR and photogrammetry background in both office and manned flight operations
• Perform quality control of remote sensing activities and project deliverables
• Work with WGI Market & Operational Leaders with a primary focus on business development and sales in remote sensing, and to help grow geospatial services for the firm
• Responsible for the growth and profitability of the company
• Assist in the development and execution of strategic operational goals and KPI’s
• Plan, implement, and manage the overall long-term business success strategy
• Work with the other senior leaders to identify capital investments, strategic alliances, key hires, acquisitions, and growth opportunities
• Mentor, manage, and train field and office associates
• Perform work safely and effectively
• 5+ years of experience with remote sensing projects preferred
• Excels at networking, negotiating, and strategic and critical thinking
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field highly preferred
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills
• Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. The use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.

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