Hydrographic Geomatics Manager

Overview

Lead and grow hydrographic geomatics practice, overseeing projects, business development, and team.

Key Responsibilities

• hydrographic survey
• qa/qc
• software integration
• project delivery
• business development
• team leadership

Tasks

-Collaborate with leadership teams to develop client relationships, pursue key hires, and strengthen VHB’s position as a leader in hydrographic and geospatial solutions. -Coordinate with engineers, planners, and environmental scientists to integrate hydrographic data into multidisciplinary projects. -Ensure QA/QC standards and data integrity across all survey operations and products. -Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of hydrographic survey professionals, including crew chiefs, data processors, and technicians. -Champion the application of advanced hydrographic survey technologies including multibeam and single-beam echosounders, side-scan sonar, LiDAR bathymetry, sub-bottom profilers, and RTK-GNSS positioning systems. -Identify and pursue new business opportunities in marine, coastal, and inland waterway mapping—targeting sectors such as ports, dredging, coastal engineering, environmental restoration, and offshore infrastructure. -Drive research and innovation initiatives that strengthen VHB’s capabilities in marine geospatial analytics, coastal resilience mapping, and 3D digital twin development. -Promote cross-office collaboration and standardized workflows for hydrographic and geomatics project delivery. -Support recruiting and onboarding efforts to expand hydrographic capacity and technical depth. -Oversee training, performance management, and career development to foster growth within the hydrographic discipline. -Oversee financial performance, profitability, and operational excellence within the hydrographic team. -Maintain a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in both office and field operations. -Evaluate and implement new tools, software, and workflows—such as HYPACK, CARIS, QINSy, and GIS integration—to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and client satisfaction. -Lead the strategic growth and execution of VHB’s Hydrographic Geomatics service line in alignment with company-wide and regional goals. -Manage complex hydrographic and geomatics projects from scoping and proposal development through execution, data processing, analysis, and deliverables.

Requirements

• hydrography
• hypack
• autocad
• licensed surveyor
• 10+ years
• leadership

What You Bring

-Organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment. -Boating license and/or experience with vessel operations highly desirable -Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with clients, staff, and project partners. -Strategic thinker capable of balancing technical excellence with operational efficiency and market growth. -Bachelor’s degree in Hydrography, Geomatics, Marine Science, Engineering, or related field preferred. -Must be willing to travel and work on projects throughout the region, including occasional overnight stays (estimated <15%) -Strong knowledge of federal, state, and private sector hydrographic and marine project requirements. -Strong leadership and business development skills with the ability to grow a specialized technical practice. -Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally as project needs require. -Must be able to lift and carry equipment up to 75 lbs -Licensed Surveyor in Virginia preferred, or ability to obtain within 1 year. -Proficient in hydrographic survey technologies, acquisition, and processing software (e.g., HYPACK, CARIS, QINSy, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble). -10+ years of progressive experience in hydrographic and geomatics surveying, including at least 3 years in a management or senior supervisory role. -In-depth understanding of geodesy, tide and datum modeling, and marine positioning systems. -Proficiency with hydrographic survey systems, vessel operations, and data integration required.

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Benefits

-Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace -Focus on learning, development, and career growth -Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation -Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

About Vhb

-A small civil engineering shop serving local communities. -Evolved into a multidisciplinary firm tackling engineering, planning, design, and environmental challenges. -Known for managing landmark infrastructure projects—from the South Coast Rail bridges to coastal resilience plans. -Blends transportation planning, environmental stewardship, energy solutions, and land development under one roof. -Demonstrated impact beyond design by detecting a critical bridge defect in Providence days before emergency closure. -Remains rooted in civil engineering but shines for its integrated solutions and hands-on role in transformative public infrastructure.

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