Reality Capture Manager

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join Ryan Companies as a Reality Capture Manager, with an initial focus on supporting our Mission Critical sector and planned expansion into broader enterprise-wide support. This role will be instrumental in operationalizing and scaling Ryan's reality capture program, and in shaping its long-term direction within our construction technology ecosystem.

As the Reality Capture Manager, you will lead Ryan's efforts to digitize the jobsite, transforming real-world conditions into structured digital assets that support jobsite safety analysis, construction coordination, progress validation, and quality assurance workflows. You will be responsible for implementing advanced data capture systems tailored to construction environments-including, but not limited to, standard imagery, 360 photography and video, terrestrial and SLAM-based laser scanning, total stations, aerial drone systems, web cameras, ground robotics, ground penetrating radar (GPR), and other sensor-driven technologies. These systems will enable comprehensive and accurate digital representations of the jobsite. In this role, you will act as a vital bridge between field operations and technology, collaborating closely with our Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) teams and cross-functional partners in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, who rely on this data to drive insights and innovation across the project lifecycle.

This position requires a proactive, forward-thinking leader with 7-12 years of industry and geospatial experience, a proven ability to leverage digital tools to solve complex construction challenges, and a strong desire to develop and lead a growing, enterprise-level program. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on-capable of supporting day-to-day field execution and technical implementation while also setting a compelling long-term vision. Success in this role requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills, along with the ability to clearly articulate the value and return on investment (ROI) of reality capture initiatives to both technical teams and executive stakeholders.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Plan and Execute Capture Activities on Active Jobsites - Collaborate with project teams to scope, schedule, and execute capture workflows that meet construction coordination, QA/QC, and safety analysis needs.
• Deploy and Operate Capture Technologies - Manage and oversee the use of tools such as drones, laser scanners, total stations, 360 cameras, RTK systems, timelapse web cameras, and GPR equipment, ensuring safe and effective operation.
• Process and Align Captured Data - Post-process imagery and point cloud data to align with project coordinate systems, integrate into BIM models and other systems, and ensure data accuracy.
• Support VDC and Field Teams with Actionable Insights - Translate raw data into usable outputs (e.g., orthophotos, deviation reports, 3D comparisons) that aid in construction decision-making. Partner with on-site supervision to seek solutions to daily coordination and visualization issues to smooth the construction process.
• Train and Support Field Users - Deliver hands-on training and documentation to empower field staff and project teams to independently use selected capture systems.
• Maintain Equipment Readiness and Calibration - Ensure all reality capture equipment is regularly inspected, calibrated, and maintained to operational standards. Maintain documentation for asset tracking, issue reporting, and repair coordination.

• Develop and Standardize Enterprise Capture Workflows - Establish repeatable, scalable workflows and SOPs for reality capture across the organization, tailored to different project types, phases, and required deliverables.
• Evaluate and Implement New Technologies - Continuously pilot, assess, and adopt emerging capture technologies, working with vendors and internal innovation initiatives to future-proof Ryan's toolset.
• Build Cross-Functional Partnerships - Collaborate with internal groups including VDC, Data Analytics, and AI to ensure captured data aligns with downstream workflows and strategic objectives.
• Measure and Communicate ROI - Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the impact of reality capture on project outcomes such as time savings, reduced rework, safety enhancements, and coordination efficiency. Develop and share case studies, visual reports, and success stories to communicate value across teams, executive leadership, and potential clients.
• Lead Program Growth and Team Development - Serve as the internal champion for reality capture adoption, mentoring team members and driving cultural change toward data-driven construction practices.
• Manage Budgeting, Cost Modeling, and Department Growth - Develop and maintain cost models for capture operations, including equipment depreciation, software licensing, personnel, travel, and training. Provide financial planning and forecasting to support department scaling, justify technology investments, and demonstrate cost-benefit alignment with business outcomes.

Eligibility:

Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parenting Benefits
• Long-term Disability
• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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