Construction Technology & Reality Capture Specialist

The Construction Technology & Reality Capture Specialist supports planning, design, construction, and facility lifecycle initiatives through the use of drone technology, reality capture, digital twins, GIS, and related construction technologies. The position is responsible for capturing, processing, managing, and delivering digital project information that improves project documentation, decision-making, and facility intelligence, * Lead the capturing of digital project information by operating drones and related equipment in compliance with FAA regulations.

• Coordinate site access, capture schedules, and field operations for designated project sites across Washington State.

• Perform aerial photography, photogrammetry, reality capture, and construction progress documentation.

• Process and manage drone, 360 imagery, and related digital datasets.

• Support digital twin, GIS, and facility intelligence initiatives.

• Maintain data standards, metadata, file organization, and quality control procedures.

• Assist project teams with visualization, reporting, and technology solutions.

• Provide training and technical support for construction technology platforms.

• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging construction and facility management technologies.

• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

• Manage multiple concurrent digital capturing projects.

• Apply knowledge of principles, processes, systems, and techniques of capital construction project and contract management.

• Mentor and provide guidance to other ESD and K-12 Staff.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, GIS, Surveying, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or a related field; OR three years experience with drone operations, construction technology, GIS, reality capture, surveying, or related disciplines.

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or requirement to obtain within 60 days of employment.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites on an ongoing basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DroneDeploy, ArcGIS, Matterport, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM, or related platforms.

• Experience with construction technology, GIS, reality capture, surveying, or related disciplines.

• Knowledge of photogrammetry, LiDAR, digital twins, and geospatial data management.

• Experience supporting construction, facilities, or public-sector capital projects.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Working Conditions:

• Frequent travel to project and school sites.

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

• Ability to lift and transport technical equipment.

• Ability to safely navigate active construction environments.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or submitted plan to obtain certificate within 60 days of employment.

The full hourly range for this position is $64,396.80 - $78,353.60. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.