Ayres Associates
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The Geospatial Division of Ayres Associates is seeking candidates for a new full-time Project Manager role in the Aerial Mapping group in Madison, WI. Ayres Associates has been an important fixture in the geospatial industry for over 50 years and recent advancements in mapping technology will open many new opportunities for the company. The Aerial Mapping group desires to add this full-time Project Manager position to support the team with diverse project management responsibilities as the company prepares for continued industry growth. The successful candidate will have an active role in managing a wide range of geospatial projects and will help the team pursue opportunities with new clients and emerging markets.
Qualifications:
Candidates must possess Bachelor’s degree in geography, remote sensing, land surveying, or other related discipline and have a minimum of 8 years of professional experience. Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills will be essential, as the successful applicant will frequently interact with wide range of public and private clients. Candidates should anticipate occasional travel; a valid driver’s license and good driving record are required. Candidates must also demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Other desirable experiences or skills include:
• Experience with business development.
• Experience with the acquisition or application of geospatial data (aerial imagery, LiDAR, etc.).
• Background in common GIS and CAD-based software platforms.
• Experience with municipal mapping applications and/or specialized industries (energy, mining, environmental, civil engineering, etc.).
• Professional certification in geospatial industry or related discipline (CP, GISP, etc.) is a plus.
Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will report directly to the Manager of the Aerial Mapping group in Madison, WI and will support on-going business development efforts of the Aerial Mapping management team. The successful candidate will seek and develop new leads and opportunities independently, frequently interacting with clients, participating in conferences, and occasionally leading presentations on a wide range of geospatial applications.
Another important responsibility of this position will be project management, which includes estimation, documentation, progress reporting, accounting, and client maintenance. The Project Manager will be responsible for reviewing and interpreting project reports generated by information management software and participate in progress discussions with the management team on a regular basis.