UAS Manager

UAS Manager, London 

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. 
Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial 
services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional 
client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation 
to create limitless opportunities for career growth. 
As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep 
geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, 
manufacturing, utilities, and natural-environment projects through world-class data 
capture, verification, and governance. 

Position Overview 

We are seeking an experienced UAS Manager to lead and develop our UAV services across 
the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for a geospatial professional to play a strategic role in 
shaping UAV operations, driving innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of high
quality survey projects. You will oversee all stages of UAV projects, from planning to 
completion, while managing a dedicated team of UAV operators and data processors. 

What You Will Do 

Project Planning & Execution  
• Plan, schedule, and deliver UAV survey projects in line with client requirements,  
budgets, and timelines.  
• Manage UAV resources including equipment, personnel, and software.  
• Ensure quality and safety standards are met across all projects.  

Team Leadership & Development  
• Lead, train, and mentor UAV operators and data analysts.  
• Promote a strong safety culture and apply lessons learned from incidents.  

Technology & Innovation  
• Keep up to date with UAV technologies, sensors, and processing software.  
• Advise on platform and sensor selection for projects.  
• Review and optimise workflows to improve efficiency and outputs.  

Client Relationship Management  
• Build and maintain trust with clients through technical expertise.  
• Ensure deliverables meet or exceed client expectations and align with Murphy  

Geospatial’s vision and values.  
• Support and implement the “Geo-Cert” platform.  
• Provide guidance on geospatial best practice and methodology.  

Business Development  
• Identify and pursue new UAV project opportunities to expand service offerings.  
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to secure and  
grow business.  
• Contribute to the development of proposals, tenders, and marketing initiatives  
for UAV services.  

Strategic Growth  
• Discover and implement innovative technologies for competitive advantage.  
• Foster partnerships and initiatives to position Murphy Geospatial as a market  
leader in UAV deliverables. 

What You Will Bring 
• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Civil Engineering or similar.  
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in the geospatial/surveying industry.  
• Current CAA GVC certification and recent UAV flying hours  
• Detailed understanding of UAV software platforms, such as planning, flying and  
• processing packages  
• Proven UAV project management experience, including client engagement.  
• Strong knowledge of UAV technology, sensors, and processing software.  
• Extensive commercial UAV flying experience  
• Experience working with National Highways and Network Rail  
• Full clean UK manual driving licence.  
• Willingness to travel to project sites.  
• Right to work in the UK.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.  
• Membership to appropriate institution (Desirable) 

Key Attributes 
• Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills.  
• Passionate about the UAV/geospatial industry.  
• Self-motivated, innovative, and technically aware.  
• Strong time and priority management skills.  
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.  
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.  
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of budgets and deadlines. 

Benefits You Will Love 
At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative 
team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include: 
• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your 
experience 
• Access to cutting-edge geospatial technology and industry-leading tools 
• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance 
• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives 
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our 
partnership with Woolpert 
• Principal Programme: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm. 
• Performance-related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution 

Equal Employment Opportunity 
Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. 
We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more 
information, see our EEO resources. 
Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may 
contact MGS.talentteam@woolpert.com 

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