Drone Manager - Homer City, PA

Requisition ID: · 179822 · Job Level: · Mid Level · Home District/Group: · Kiewit Power Constructors District · Department: · Surveying · Market: · Power · Employment Type: · Full Time · Position Overview · Kiewit is seeking a Drone Manager to lead and expand our operations acros ...

Job description

Requisition ID:
179822

Job Level:
Mid Level

Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Constructors District

Department:
Surveying

Market:
Power

Employment Type:
Full Time

Position Overview
Kiewit is seeking a Drone Manager to lead and expand our operations across infrastructure projects in Homer City, PA. This role is critical to advancing our surveying capabilities, improving data accuracy, and enhancing operational efficiency through drone technology.

The Drone Manager will oversee UAV deployment, data processing, compliance, and team training, while collaborating with survey and engineering teams to integrate aerial data into project workflows.

District Overview
Kiewit Power Constructors offers integrated engineering, procurement, construction and startup service needs, specializing in gas and coal-fired power generation, coal retrofit and renewable energy. From concept to commercialization, our full suite of EPC and startup services set industry standards for quality design and superior functionality in delivering power projects throughout North America.

Location
This position is based out of Homer City, PA.

Responsibilities
Drone Operations & Strategy

• Lead UAV operations across multiple projects, including flight planning, data capture, and post-processing.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for drone use in construction environments.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and internal safety protocols.

Data Integration & Analysis

• Collaborate with survey and engineering teams to integrate drone data into design models and construction workflows.
• Review and validate aerial data for accuracy and usability in project planning and execution.
• Support machine control setup using drone-generated topography.

Team Leadership & Training

• Train project teams and survey crews on UAV technology, flight operations, and data interpretation.
• Manage drone equipment inventory, maintenance, and procurement.
• Mentor junior staff and promote best practices in aerial surveying.

Project Support

• Assist with site documentation, progress tracking, and as-built verification using drone imagery.
• Coordinate with designers to ensure aerial data aligns with project requirements.
• Support pay-quantity verification and layout using drone-derived models.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in UAV operations, construction surveying, or geospatial analysis.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required.
• Proficiency in drone mapping software (e.g., Pix4D, DroneDeploy, Trimble Business Center).
• Strong understanding of GPS, GIS, and photogrammetry principles.
• Experience with heavy civil construction projects preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field and office settings.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

Working Conditions
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Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.