Director, LiDAR Scanning

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Wasserman Live specializes in delivering branding and signage, custom fabrication, live event production and experiential operations across sports, music, entertainment and culture. Working with the world’s most iconic properties and brands, we elevate live events to make them unforgettable.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70+ cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit .

Job Description

Director – LiDAR Technical Project Manager

As part of the Wasserman Group, Wasserman Live specializes in delivering branding and signage, custom fabrication, live event production and experiential operations across sports, music, entertainment, and culture. Working with the world’s most iconic properties and brands, we elevate live events to make them unforgettable across the global market.

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Technical Project Manager to establish and lead our new LiDAR Scanning Team. This pivotal role involves spearheading the implementation and integration of Faro Focus, Faro Blink, and Sphere XG software into our operations. You will initially take the lead on field scanning activities, team development, and process implementation, laying the foundation for a high-performing internal LiDAR unit.

Wasserman is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Team Leadership & Development recruit, train, and manage a new LiDAR scanning team comprising QA/QC Lead & Analyst and Field Technicians
• Provide ongoing technical training and mentorship to team members and relevant staff across the business.
• Project & Technical Management plan, coordinate, and execute LiDAR scanning projects using Faro Focus and Blink hardware.
• Implement workflows using Sphere XG software for data processing, and sharing.
• Ensure quality and consistency in deliverables across scanning projects.
• Process & System Integration, design and implement scalable scanning and QA/QC processes that align with business goals.
• Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices for LiDAR deployment and integration.
• Stakeholder Engagement, act as the main technical point of contact for internal stakeholders on all LiDAR-related activities.
• Collaborate across departments to embed LiDAR insights into broader project workflows and business operations.
• Training & Support, conduct in-field training for team members and knowledge-sharing sessions for other departments.
• Develop training materials and documentation to support business-wide adoption of LiDAR capabilities.

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU NEED

• Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager or similar role within geospatial, surveying environments.
• Hands-on expertise with LiDAR hardware and processing software, preferred experience with Faro Focus and Faro Blink hardware and Sphere XG software but not essential.
• Strong understanding of 3D laser scanning workflows, point cloud data, and QA/QC processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage technical teams.
• Excellent project planning, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to be hands-on in field operations during the early phases of team setup.
• Experience delivering high-level reports or presentations to senior leadership, with a focus on innovation, progress updates, and strategic recommendations.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with a passion for mentoring and growing talent.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholder expectations simultaneously.
• Degree or relevant certification in Geomatics, Surveying, or related field.
• Experience integrating LiDAR data into BIM or CAD environments.
• Familiarity with data security, file management, and digital twin concepts.
• Willingness to be primarily based in Orpington (with hybrid flexibility), and open to occasional international travel to support global initiatives and supplier relationships.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology and innovation at Wasserman Live—a global leader in creating unforgettable live experiences. You’ll be at the intersection of creativity, technology, and culture, helping to deliver world-class events and activations for some of the biggest brands and audiences on the planet. If you're passionate about building the future, driving change, and working with a collaborative and ambitious team, then this is your chance to make a lasting impact in a fast-moving, high-profile environment.

Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Wasserman is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture.

We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large.

If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk!

Wasserman is a global leader in sports, music, entertainment and culture. Founded in 2002, Wasserman represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.