Select Event Group is seeking a forward-thinking Geospatial Technology & Data Analytics  to bridge the gap between precise field data collection and actionable business intelligence. This role requires a candidate capable of managing physical drone operations and site surveying while simultaneously driving the company’s technology strategy through AI integration and workflow automation.

Core Responsibilities

Key Duties & Operational Tasks

AI Integration, Data Analytics & Automation You will own the strategy for "where and how" AI and data are utilized across the business to drive decision-making and enhance client experience.

• Client Workspace Portal: Develop and manage an overlay client workspace portal. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining a centralized digital platform where clients can access project data, visualizations, and status updates.

• Predictive Financial Modeling: Utilize data to understand P&L drivers by cross-referencing site logistics with financial performance. Specifically: Analyzing recurring builds (e.g., LIV Golf events) to determine if cost variances are driven by external factors (weather, site conditions) or internal factors (PM efficiency).
• Workflow Automation (Python/Scripting): Lead the standardization of practices across projects by automating repetitive tasks. This includes writing Python scripts to automate the "Field-to-CAD" pipeline, reducing manual data entry, and accelerating the delivery of basemaps to the design team.
• Operational Intelligence & Bottleneck Prevention: Use data to identify drivers of variance—such as weather, client indecision, or project management—to predict and prevent site bottlenecks.
• Enterprise AI Strategy: Serve as the internal owner for AI adoption. This includes evaluating and implementing new AI tools for generative design, automated feature extraction, and general business process optimization.
• Digital Twin & Advanced Visualization: Lead the development of Digital Twins, 3D visualizations, and Virtual Venue Modeling.

Drone Operations, Surveying & Geospatial Processes This role develops and leads drone surveying, ground control, GNSS/RTK mapping, geo-referenced modeling, mark-out operations, and as-built measurement for large-scale event sites — ensuring that every drawing and layout is accurate, build-ready, and aligned with design systems.

This role is defined by two high-level functions that guide all daily activities:

• Primary Function:  Managing conducting, processing, and integrating all spatial and geospatial data that underpins event overlay design, planning, and construction.
• Secondary Function: Supporting the development of Select Overlay’s Surveying Department lifecycle, including process automation, workflow optimization, and standardization of practices across projects.
• On-Site Execution:  Coordinate and or perform  on-site drone operations, site mark-outs, and precise site surveying to feed the overlay design process.
• As-Built Documentation: Create accurate as-built records to verify event setups against plans.
• Fleet & Equipment Management: Manage the drone fleet, survey gear, and RTK/GNSS equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Airspace & Compliance: Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), accuracy workflows, and airspace compliance strategies.
• Freelance Oversight: Facilitate field-to-office coordination and potentially oversee a freelance pilot pool in the future.

Professional Growth & Mentorship:

• Foster a culture of continuous learning through consistent mentorship, coaching, and feedback.
• Support career growth by aligning individual career goals with opportunities at Select, providing leadership development and ongoing education resources.
• Proactively identify and close skill gaps through cross-training, targeted development plans, and effective new-hire training programs.
• Lead by example with a growth mindset—acknowledge mistakes, model learning, and encourage the same in your Team.
• Embody a championship culture that recognizes and rewards achievements to reinforce a results-driven, positive culture that values discretionary effort and process simplification.
• Engage in assigned professional development such as readings, projects, and meetings with active participation.
• Provide candid feedback to each team member around their status member (positioned for growth, well-positioned, and red dots), and rank team periodically with corporate leadership.

Qualifications & Skills

• Geospatial Software: Deep experience with ArcGIS and QGIS (processing and management).
• Programming: Proficiency in Python for automation and scripting (transferable from GIS environments).
• Surveying: Experience with RTK/GNSS workflows and infrastructure mapping (power, water, cabling, traffic).
• Drone Operations: Proven experience in drone data collection and airspace compliance.
• Analytics: Ability to translate raw data into business insights (P&L analysis, logistics planning).