Job Description

Product Management
Navi Mumbai (On-Site)
Mid level (5-9 years)

Job Title:

Project Manager - GIS Projects

Location:

Navi Mumbai / New Delhi

Department:

Product Team

About ideaForge

ideaForge is India's leading UAV solution provider, powering mission-critical applications in defence, homeland security, and enterprise sectors. Our geospatial and inspection solutions enable governments and businesses to make faster, better decisions with actionable aerial data. We are looking for an experienced

Project Manager

to lead and deliver large-scale UAV-based geospatial and inspection projects end-to-end.

Role Overview

As the

Project Manager - GIS Projects

, you will be responsible for

planning, coordinating, and delivering UAV-based mapping and inspection projects

for public and enterprise clients. This is a

client-facing role

requiring a mix of technical expertise, project management discipline, and team leadership skills. You will work closely with Product Managers, Solution Architects, Field Operations, and Customer Success teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and at the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Own and deliver

end-to-end UAV-based geospatial and inspection projects - from project kickoff, planning, and execution to data processing and final deliverables. Collaborate with product and operations teams to design

mission plans, data acquisition workflows, and processing pipelines

aligned with client objectives. Manage project budgets, timelines, risks, and resources, ensuring adherence to SLAs and quality benchmarks.

Lead and mentor cross-functional teams

(pilots, data analysts, GIS specialists) to ensure smooth field operations and data processing. Coordinate with clients for progress reviews, milestone approvals, and final acceptance. Ensure

compliance with regulatory and tender norms

(DGCA, data security, government tender requirements). Prepare

project documentation

including execution plans, risk registers, reports, and post-project reviews. Recommend

process improvements and technology adoption

to make project delivery more efficient and scalable.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree

in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Remote Sensing, GIS, or related field.

Project Management certification

(PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile) preferred.

Experience

Minimum

6+ years of experience

in

GIS / UAV mapping / remote sensing projects

, including at least 3 years in a project management or delivery lead role. Proven track record of

executing large-scale UAV-based geospatial or inspection projects

(city-scale mapping, infrastructure inspection, corridor mapping, etc.). Experience in

working with public sector / government contracts

and delivering projects under strict compliance requirements.

Technical Skills

Proficiency with

GIS software

(ArcGIS, QGIS) and photogrammetry tools (Pix4D, Metashape, ContextCapture, etc.). Familiarity with

LiDAR data processing, orthomosaic generation, and 3D modeling

. Knowledge of

data management pipelines

and cloud-based geospatial platforms. Strong MS Project, Jira, or other project tracking tool experience.

Soft Skills

Excellent

stakeholder management

and client communication skills. Strong

leadership abilities

to motivate field and analysis teams.

Analytical mindset

for troubleshooting and optimizing workflows. Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects, and deliver on tight timelines.

Why Join ideaForge

Work on National-Scale Projects:

Be at the forefront of some of India's most significant UAV-based mapping and inspection initiatives that impact infrastructure development, disaster management, and security.

Innovation-Driven Culture:

Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in UAV technology and geospatial analytics, shaping the future of aerial data solutions.

End-to-End Ownership:

Experience the satisfaction of driving projects from concept to delivery with a high degree of autonomy.

Career Growth:

Opportunity to grow into a

Program Manager / Delivery Head

role as you scale successful project execution.

Cutting-Edge Tools & Platforms:

Work with the latest UAVs, sensors, and cloud-based geospatial platforms to deliver high-quality solutions.

Purpose-Driven Work:

Make a tangible impact on governance, infrastructure, and security by delivering data that drives better decisions.

Skills


Remote Sensing


QGIS
LiDAR
GIS analysisArcGIS

Project Management


PRINCE2
PMPGeomatics