Virtual Construction - Reality Capture Senior Associate

About the role

Advancing Construction Through Precision Reality Capture Positioned as a Senior Associate, HITT Contracting seeks a Reality Capture Specialist to leverage advanced laser scanning technology and spatial data collection methodologies to support project delivery excellence.

This position will utilize terrestrial laser scanning, mobile mapping systems, and photogrammetry to generate high-fidelity digital representations of construction environments, providing critical data assets for design verification, progress tracking, and coordination workflows.

Responsibilities

• Field Data Acquisition: Execute terrestrial laser scanning and Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) scan deployments at active construction sites
• Develop comprehensive site documentation protocols to capture existing conditions, construction progress, and quality assurance data
• Collaborate with project teams to develop scan planning strategies aligned with project phases and deliverable requirements
• Data Processing & Deliverable Generation: Process raw scan data into registration-accurate point clouds and polygonal meshes utilizing ReCap Pro, FARO Scene, Leica Register 360, 3DR and related software platforms
• Implement standardized data management protocols including folder hierarchies, file naming conventions, and metadata documentation
• Generate technical reports, visualizations, and BIM-integrated deliverables for multidisciplinary project stakeholders
• Quality Assurance & Team Collaboration: Coordinate with Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) teams to integrate reality capture data into clash detection and model verification workflows
• Conduct quality control reviews of scan data to ensure coverage completeness and geometric accuracy prior to processing
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including weekly knowledge-sharing sessions and post-project reviews

Requirements

• 3–6 years of demonstrated experience in construction, land surveying, geospatial technology, or reality capture operations (internship experience considered)
• Extended knowledge of laser scanning, LiDAR, and photogrammetry principles and applications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and fundamental data management practices
• Demonstrated ability to navigate active construction environments safely and work independently with minimal supervision
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation capabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Geomatics, or related technical discipline (preferred)
• Experience with Digital Twin concepts and workflows (preferred)
• Familiarity with NVIDIA Omniverse or similar real-time 3D collaboration platforms (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with ReCap Pro, FARO Scene, Leica Cyclone, or comparable point cloud processing software (preferred)
• Understanding of coordinate reference systems, geodetic datums, and fundamental surveying principles (preferred)
• Experience with using 3D Gaussian Splatting technology (preferred)

Pay

The base salary range for this position is: $82,000.00 - $117,000.00. Compensation in other cities and states may vary.

Benefits

HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types.

Schedule

This position is based at the HITT Headquarters in Falls Church, VA, but requires 50%-75% travel to local and national job sites depending on project assignments.