Our mission is to challenge the status quo of traditional measurement methods.
Bringing global expertise in forensics, design, construction, and technology, 3D Data Pro formed in 2012. With a friendly touch and a focus on client communication, the Colorado based company quickly expanded, helping clients expand their businesses, and answering critical forensic questions by connecting with rapidly expanding technologies such as 3D laser scanning (LiDAR) and drones.
About Our Director
Owner and director Steve Foltz is an architect licensed in Colorado (AIA) with a background in design and forensics. His expertise includes architecture, construction documents, vehicle accident reconstruction, structure and wildland fire investigation, computer visualization and simulation, and photogrammetry technology. Steve has extensive experience implementing LiDAR technology and geospatial sciences to build physics based, scientific visualizations representing structures and landscapes, as well as incidents and accidents. Throughout Steve’s years of experience in architecture and forensic engineering, he prepared countless 3d models and diagrams admitted by both federal and state courts. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of Minnesota and a Master of Architecture with honors from the University of Colorado at Denver. Steve is also a commercial drone pilot. As Director of Operations for 3D Data Pro, he brings 3D expertise to the entire project cycle. Download Steve’s resume and business card by clicking here.
The compliments that we have received that I take to heart the most are when our clients let us know that they are able to expand their business and take on more projects because of the time we save them on the front end.
- Steve Foltz, Architect, LEED AP | Owner and Director, 3D Data Pro, LLC
About Our Project Manager
Julia Clarson is a versatile project manager with a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering exceptional results tailored to client needs. Her expertise in research, point cloud processing, and modeling allows her to approach each project with a creative and analytical mindset, consistently finding innovative solutions to complex challenges. With years of as-built and point cloud experience and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati at DAAP, she has a strong foundation in technical skills and a deep understanding of the built environment.
Julia is also a rock climber, board gamer, and DIY-er in her free time. She's a proud pet parent to two cats and enjoys spending time outdoors whenever possible.
About Our Surveyor
Will Koster is an architectural surveyor for 3D Data Pro. He has over a decade of construction experience which lends well to as-built documentation and architectural surveying. In 2024 Will obtained his FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate to become a commercial drone pilot. Prior to joining 3D Data Pro, Will was a touring musician with the band Trout Steak Revival and now enjoys writing and recording songs in his home studio. Will also enjoys fixing up his old truck camper and spending time in the mountains with his wife.
Our Mission
Our mission is to challenge the status quo of traditional measurement methods. We accomplish this by providing a lower cost alternative to traditional measurement that mitigates risk, adds confidence, increases efficiency, safety, and profitability.
We connect with your measurement and level of detail needs (LOD/LOA) and existing workflow (Revit or AutoCAD template, families, layers). By including the latest 3D technologies (LiDAR, GPR, UVA, sUAS, LiDAR, GNSS) we provide a deliverable that is accurate, beautiful, and useful for the long term. Our 360 tours (Matterport tours) will save you time and money, allowing you to visit 100% of the interior and exterior of the site from your desk.
It is through excellent communication and top notch technology that we build a strong relationship with you. Designers are able to take on more projects because of 3D Data Pro’s pre-con services. Clients involved in litigation receive accurate analysis with clear visualizations. Visit our case studies page to see examples of our work. Ready to get started? Let’s do it!
3D Data Pro Recent Projects
[ Project Name, Project Type, Location, Area (SF), Scope of Work, Systems Documented ]
1 University of Wyoming School of Engineering As-built documentation Laramie, Wyoming 250,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, Revit as-built modeling Architectural, structural, mechanical
2 Tantra Lake Apartments As-built documentation and visualization Boulder, CO 145,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, Revit as-built modeling, data geolocation, drone aerial orthophotography, 360 tour visualization Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical
3 Overlook At Thornton As-built documentation and visualization Thornton, CO 180,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, Revit as-built modeling, data geolocation, drone aerial orthophotography, 360 tour visualization Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical
4 NIST Wing 5 As-built documentation and visualization Boulder, CO 80,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, Revit as-built modeling, 360 tour visualization Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical
5 HEB Grocery Stores As-built documentation and visualization San Antonio, TX, College Station TX, Boerne, TX, Over 600,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, data geolocation, drone aerial orthophotography, 360 tour visualization Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, feasibility and condition reports
6 Johnson Wales Campus Building As-built documentation and visualization Denver, CO 180,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, 360 tour visualization Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical
7 Paul Derda Recreation Center Building movement measurement and analysis Broomfield, CO 80,000 LiDAR time-stamped data collection, high precision altimeter data collection, photo documentation, drone aerial conditions documentation, 360 tour Architectural, structural
8 Elks Lodge #224 As-built documentation and visualization Aspen, CO 35,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, 360 tour visualization, as-built Revit modeling and detailing Architectural, historic preservation details
9 Oil Work Over Rigs, Equipment, and Documentation of Incident and Accidents Forensic Engineering Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Oklahoma Each site is approximately 2 acres LiDAR site and asset survey, evidence photography, drone orthophotography and oblique imagery, 360 tour visualization, graphics and animations for civil litigation Evidence documentation, land survey, structural and topographical modeling, accident scene diagrams, animations
10 Amazon Site Assessments Feasibility Studies for Prospective Amazon Go Stores USA Each site was approximately 6,000-10,000 LiDAR site survey, systems photo documentation, Revit as-built modeling, data geolocation, drone aerial orthophotography, 360 tour visualization Architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, feasibility and condition reports
11 Vehicle incident and accident scenes Forensic Engineering USA Each site is approximately 1 acre Completed hundreds of site surveys using total stations, drone technologies, LiDAR technologies, topographical modeling, data geolocation. Followed by camera matching photogrammetry, 3D post processing, 3D modeling, graphics and animations for admission into civil and criminal litigation and arbitration Evidence documentation, land survey, building as-built documentation and visualization
12 Marshall Fire Forensic Engineering Boulder County, CO 200 acres (area of origin only) LiDAR site and asset survey, evidence photography, drone orthophotography and oblique imagery, 360 tour visualization of the site and witness vantage points. Evidence documentation, land survey, building as-built documentation and visualization
Our Pledge To Safety
Each one of our survey technicians makes the pledge below.
I will complete a site walk-through to make sure that hazards are recognized.
Complete a site walk through before setting up the equipment, looking for electrical lines, traffic situations, trip hazards, and fall hazards.
I will take needed precautions when working around vehicles.
I will wear high visibility vests when working near vehicles, I will notify vehicle operators in our vicinity of our presence, and we keep our eyes up and away from the scanning tablet in traffic areas.
I will report near misses and incidents regardless of severity.
I will send a text or email to report close calls. Having these conversations will improve our safety on the jobsite in the future.
I will let others know when I need a hand.
Most site surveys are completed by a single surveyor, but some isolated tasks require two people. For example, a spotter may be needed when lifting a long ladder for roof access. We will try to identify these situations during our pre-site meeting where we view the scope of work, available photos of the building, and google street view photos.
I will always use PPE [personal protective equipment].
I will have gloves, hard hat, boots, safety glasses, and a basic air filter respirator ready to go. When you pop a ceiling tile, wear a respirator, safety glasses, and a hat. Wear gloves if you have to move materials. Wear boots if you are surveying on an active construction site. Keep common sense and a little patience on your side.
Every site is different so I will watch where I walk.
Find a safe place to pull aside before you text or use the tablet. Don’t text and walk! Our site survey work is completed in new environments, often working around other subcontractors, areas not secured with fall protection, equipment staging areas, extension cords, air compressors, temporary shoring and framing, reinforcing for concrete forms, exposed rebar, and the list goes on. Get familiar with the environment during your site walk and increase familiarity between scans. Greet other subcontractors around you to notify them of your presence. Keep your eyes up as you walk.
I don’t always need to power through.
Take a morning break, a lunch break, and an afternoon break. Sit down for a while in between scans. Drink water. Power down the equipment for 20 minutes while you have a coffee in your car. The work can be daunting in scale and stress can build up but it’s up to us to stay on top of it and take care of ourselves.
I will be ready for a good day’s work.
This is physically and mentally demanding work. Only work when you are healthy, well rested, and in a good place mentally. If you don’t meet this criteria, let’s reschedule.
I will protect my gear.
Put the scanner in a safe place while taking a break. Set up a temporary work station at each job where you charge your gear and stage gear for later use. Bring the scanner into your hotel or house at night and do not leave any gear in your car or rental car.
Why hire us?
Here is what bring to the table:
Confidence. No more tape measures and walking wheels – LiDAR is accurate to less than 1/8” and measures everything you can see.
Communication. Tell your story with confidence while referencing the online 360 tour of your site. Keep others informed using a 3D BIM model built from real world measurements.
A competitive edge. Most people are visual learners. The model you receive from 3D Data Pro will put you leaps ahead.
Safety. Your team can “visit” the job site in a 360 tour and plan accordingly.
Save time. No more return trips to the site. We will capture everything you can see in one trip. Relevant information is modeled starting with your Revit template using your object families. Civil 3D and AutoCAD are also deliverable options.
Profitability. Avoid costly change orders by designing and referencing an accurate model.
See what our clients have to say about our work by visiting the reviews page.
The 3D Data Pro Edge
The 3D Data Pro Edge
Using the most current equipment and state-of-the-art digitization techniques, along with an innovative and collaborative approach, 3D Data Pro will help you achieve an improvement in the quality, service, and effectiveness of your services. From architecture to accident reconstruction, digital scene creation to facility management, 3D Data Pro’s experience will add value to your project. Ready to connect? Find us here.
