Capture Reality
Flight Operations Manager - Sep 2015 to Present
AERIUM Analytics
I was responsible for developing a UAV as a Service business model and tasked with devising novel ways to integrate emerging technologies into existing or new work flows for both large and small clients.
I was involved with the founding of Aerium Analytics as it grew from partnerships between Remedy Energy Services and our Parent and Sister companies, Lorrnel Consultants and Evolution Geomatics respectively. This provided me with the opportunity to learn about the evolving regulatory framework for UAVs in Canada and around the world. As a technology enthusiast I found assessing new technologies and evaluating their efficacy and applicability for a given task gratifying.
Successes included educating our client base on the benefits of UAVs and ultimately reducing costs for our clients. I was able to achieve this cost reduction while providing a better product with shorter turn-around by analyzing and modifying their existing workflows.
Ultimately I was the first UAV Pilot to fly at an International Airport including daily operation of a unique ornithopter (Robird) as well 3D Scanning of runways and other buildings & assets.
G.I.S. Manager - Jun 2010 to Sep 2015
Lorrnel Consultants
My primary role when starting at The Lorrnel Group was to take the G.I.S. specialists from Lorrnel Consultants and from Evergreen Land Use (sister companies) and to create a new department/brand focused on mapping; Evolution Geomatics.
Assigned tasks and responsibilities were myriad. I had to interact with clients in a professional, interested, proactive and solutions oriented manner with the goal of understanding their business and identifying solutions to concerns of which the client may or may not be aware. It was important to analyse trends in technology and industry so as to identify markets and applications that, if adopted early and actioned on effectively, would lead to an increased market share.
It was also necessary to research, procure, manage and augment existing datasets for internal use, use by existing clients or provided as a service or product to new clients.
Creating a cohesive group set up for success necessitated staff on-boarding, procedure auditing and improvement, increasing efficiency and quality control through standardization and automation. This was facilitated in part by comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure documentation. I was able to identify new talent and apply staff resources in the most effective and profitable manner.
Cartographer & GPS Developer - Aug 2008 to Jun 2012
Backroad Mapbooks
Graphic design and production of digital and paper product created with a combination of thematic data and hand digitizing of myriad sources. Research, procurement and management of sensitive public and private thematic data.
Geomatic problem solving and the development of new mapping methodologies. The translation of digital maps into compatible formats for display on various platforms and devices. Technical support, maintenance and troubleshooting of hardware and software.
Quality control ensuring strict adherence to cartographic principles and established attribution of incorporated data. The design and maintenance of an increasingly detailed National dataset to serve as foundation for existing and future product lines including Mapbooks, Mobile Apps, Webmaps and GPS maps for industry leading hardware.
Field Archaeologist - Jun 2007 to Oct 2007
Terra Archaeology
Thorough field survey of Mining developments identifying potential for archaeological sites and devising and implementing effective testing strategies. Mapping of archaeological sites and associated tests for use in interim deliverables.
Documentation and protection of features of traditional concern to B.C. First Nations as well as interim report authoring. Skilled operation of all-terrain vehicles in marginal driving conditions. Safe transport of staff and equipment. Precise and accurate navigation with the use of GPS, compass and topographic maps maintaining the accuracy and confidence of survey coverage.
Field Archaeologist - Dec 2006 to Apr 2007
Golder Associates
Building and maintaining a GIS with topographic base layers, known archaeological sites and generated elements. The design and publication of graphics including: Interim mapping of survey coverage, assessed potential and the distribution and scope of devised testing programs.
Intermediary agent resolving development issues between government agencies, first nation parties and client representatives providing the client with accurate and effective recommendations. Thorough field survey of Oil & Gas and Mining developments. Precise navigation on foot and with the use of all-terrain vehicles.
FMA Heritage (Stantec)
Field Archaeologist - Sep 2005 to Dec 2006
Authoring interim reports and the production of final permit reports and all associated graphics including: Final Report and interim mapping of survey coverage, assessed potential and the distribution and scope of devised testing programs.
The design and maintenance of a GIS with topographic base layers, known archaeological sites and generated elements. Mapping of archaeological sites and associated tests. Troubleshooting hardware and software related issues. Thorough field survey of Oil & Gas and Mining developments. Documentation and protection of features of traditional concern to B.C. First Nations.