Construction Aerial Documentation Services

Phased Project Documentation for Developers, Contractors & Project Managers

At Drone Genius, we provide systematic aerial documentation for large-scale construction projects that demand precision, consistency, and professional-grade deliverables. Our construction documentation services go beyond basic progress photos—we deliver strategic visual assets that support stakeholder communication, timeline accountability, marketing pre-sales, and project completion storytelling.

With over a decade of experience documenting South Florida's most ambitious development projects, we understand the unique needs of general contractors, developers, and project managers overseeing complex, multi-phase construction. From groundbreaking to ribbon cutting, we become an extension of your project team—providing reliable, weather-flexible aerial documentation that keeps your stakeholders informed and your marketing ahead of schedule.

 

Our Construction Documentation Services

Multi-Phase Progress Documentation

Large-scale construction projects require systematic documentation that tracks progress over months or years. Our phased approach ensures consistent coverage from predictable camera angles, enabling powerful before/after comparisons and time-lapse compilations that tell the complete story of your project.

Monthly or Quarterly Documentation Flights:

  • Pre-planned flight paths with consistent camera angles

  • High-resolution aerial photography capturing overall site progress

  • Detail shots of critical construction phases and milestones

  • Weather-flexible scheduling with rapid rescheduling capability

  • Cloud-based delivery with organized file naming and version control

Delivered Assets:

  • 8K aerial photography suitable for large-format printing

  • 4K video walkthroughs of site progress

  • Annotated comparison images highlighting month-over-month changes

  • Organized photo libraries with date-stamped metadata

  • Project summary reports with aerial imagery

Why Developers Choose Phased Documentation:
Consistent aerial documentation provides objective visual records that support project management, investor updates, dispute resolution, and post-project marketing. Our clients use phased documentation for:

  • Investor & Owner Updates: Visual proof of construction milestones and budget allocation

  • Timeline Accountability: Objective evidence of on-schedule progress or delay documentation

  • Subcontractor Coordination: Site-wide visibility for trade scheduling and logistics

  • Marketing Pre-Sales: Compelling progress imagery for pre-construction sales efforts

  • Project Closeout: Comprehensive visual record from start to finish

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Construction Progress Storytelling & Time-Lapse

Transform months of construction into compelling visual narratives. Our time-lapse services combine periodic aerial documentation with edited sequences that showcase your project's evolution—ideal for marketing, investor presentations, and celebrating project milestones.

Time-Lapse Capabilities:

  • Hyperlapse Video Sequences: Edited compilations of monthly flights showing dramatic project transformation

  • Annual Progress Videos: 60-90 second highlight films showcasing a year of construction in cinematic format

  • Side-by-Side Comparisons: Split-screen before/after sequences demonstrating construction phases

  • Milestone Celebration Videos: Dramatic reveals for groundbreaking, topping-out, and grand opening events

Creative Storytelling Applications:

  • Pre-sales center video loops showcasing project progress

  • Social media content highlighting construction milestones

  • Investor roadshow presentations with compelling visual evidence

  • Community engagement showing neighborhood transformation

  • Award submissions and industry recognition materials

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Stakeholder Communication & Progress Reporting

Construction projects involve complex stakeholder relationships—owners, investors, lenders, city agencies, and community groups all require regular communication. Our aerial documentation services provide the visual clarity that facilitates transparent, professional stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder Communication Materials:

  • Investor Presentation Decks: High-resolution aerials formatted for PowerPoint/Keynote

  • Lender Progress Reports: Objective visual documentation supporting draw requests

  • City Agency Coordination: Aerial documentation for permitting and inspection processes

  • Community Updates: Accessible aerial imagery for neighborhood meetings and public relations

  • Board Presentations: Executive-level visual summaries for ownership and investment committees

ROI of Transparent Communication:
Clear, consistent aerial documentation reduces stakeholder anxiety, minimizes status update meetings, and provides objective evidence of progress—ultimately saving project leadership time and maintaining stakeholder confidence throughout the construction process.

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Large-Scale Site Surveys & Planning

Before breaking ground, comprehensive site documentation establishes baseline conditions and supports design refinement, permitting, and logistics planning. Our pre-construction site surveys deliver the aerial intelligence your team needs to plan effectively.

Pre-Construction Surveying:

  • High-resolution orthomosaic mapping for site planning

  • Topographic elevation data and grading analysis

  • Access point and staging area assessment

  • Neighboring property context and impact analysis

  • Environmental baseline documentation

Construction Phase Site Surveys:

  • Earthwork volume calculations for cut/fill verification

  • Foundation and structural progress verification

  • MEP and facade installation documentation

  • Site logistics and equipment placement overview

  • Safety and compliance documentation

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Construction Site Safety & Compliance Documentation

Aerial documentation provides objective evidence of site conditions, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance—critical for OSHA requirements, insurance documentation, and dispute resolution.

Safety & Compliance Applications:

  • Site-wide safety protocol documentation

  • Fall protection and scaffolding installation verification

  • Equipment placement and load zone documentation

  • Storm damage assessment and insurance claims support

  • Pre- and post-inspection documentation for regulatory agencies

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Why Contractors & Developers Choose Drone Genius

✓ Decade of Florida Construction Experience
We've documented hundreds of South Florida construction projects—from high-rise condominiums to mixed-use developments, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects. We understand construction timelines, site logistics, and contractor communication.

✓ Weather-Flexible Scheduling
Florida weather is unpredictable. We maintain flexible scheduling with rapid rescheduling capability, ensuring your documentation flights happen on time without disrupting your project schedule.

✓ Consistent, Professional Deliverables
We deliver organized, professionally edited imagery on predictable schedules. Your project team receives cloud-based access to properly named files with metadata—no more hunting through email attachments.

✓ Airspace & Permitting Expertise
Many South Florida construction sites operate in controlled airspace. We handle all FAA authorizations, LAANC coordination, and city permitting—keeping your documentation on schedule without regulatory delays.

✓ Scalable Service Levels
Whether you need quarterly progress documentation for a $10M project or weekly flights for a $100M+ development, we scale our services to match your project scope and budget.

✓ Fully Insured & Job Site Ready
We carry $5M aviation liability insurance (expandable to $10M) and understand construction site safety protocols. Our pilots coordinate with site superintendents and follow your site-specific safety requirements.

 

Technical Specifications & Deliverables

Equipment & Capabilities

Primary Platform: DJI Inspire 3

  • 8K CinemaDNG and ProRes 422HQ video recording

  • 44MP DNG RAW still photography

  • 14+ stops of dynamic range for challenging lighting

  • 28-minute flight time covering large construction sites

  • Dual-operator capability for precision documentation

Supplemental Platforms:

  • DJI Mavic 3 Cine: Compact platform for constrained urban sites, 46-minute flight time

  • Sony Airpeak S1: Full-frame camera integration for maximum image quality

Deliverables Include:

  • High-resolution JPEG and RAW photography

  • 4K/8K video footage as specified

  • Organized file libraries with date and location metadata

  • Cloud-based delivery with secure client access

  • Optional: Annotated comparison images, progress reports, time-lapse edits

 

Our Construction Documentation Process

1. Project Kickoff & Planning

We begin with a comprehensive project consultation to understand your documentation goals, stakeholder requirements, and project timeline. We establish:

  • Documentation frequency (monthly, bi-weekly, weekly)

  • Specific camera angles and shot list requirements

  • Deliverable formats and delivery schedule

  • Point of contact for scheduling and coordination

  • Weather contingency and rescheduling protocols

2. Baseline Documentation Flight

Our initial flight establishes baseline conditions and confirms camera angles. We capture comprehensive site documentation before construction begins, providing the reference point for all future progress documentation.

3. Ongoing Progress Flights

Scheduled flights occur on predictable intervals throughout your construction timeline. Our team coordinates with your project superintendent to ensure optimal timing and site access. Each flight delivers:

  • Consistent camera angles matching previous documentation

  • Comprehensive site coverage from multiple perspectives

  • Detail shots of current phase construction activities

  • Organized deliverables via cloud-based transfer

4. Time-Lapse & Storytelling (Optional)

At project milestones or completion, we compile months of documentation into compelling time-lapse sequences and storytelling videos that showcase your project's transformation.

 

Case Study Examples

18-Month High-Rise Condominium Documentation (Miami Beach)
Monthly aerial documentation of luxury residential tower from foundation through completion. Deliverables included 200+ high-resolution aerials, quarterly progress reports, and final time-lapse video used for sales center marketing and developer portfolio.

Large-Scale Mixed-Use Development (Fort Lauderdale)
Bi-weekly documentation flights over 24-month construction timeline. Provided investor presentation materials, lender progress reports, and social media content highlighting construction milestones. Final time-lapse sequence delivered for grand opening celebration.

Commercial Office Complex (Boca Raton)
Quarterly documentation and time-lapse video for multi-building office campus. Aerial documentation supported tenant pre-leasing marketing and provided ownership with executive-level progress visibility throughout construction.

Pricing & Project Engagement

Our construction documentation services are structured around project timelines and documentation frequency. We offer:

Monthly Documentation Plans:
Starting at competitive rates for routine progress flights with consistent deliverables

Comprehensive Documentation Programs:
Multi-year commitments with discounted per-flight pricing, priority scheduling, and dedicated account management

Custom Project Solutions:
Tailored documentation programs matching your specific project requirements, stakeholder needs, and budget parameters

Contact us for a customized proposal based on your project scope, timeline, and documentation goals.

Let's Document Your Project

From groundbreaking to grand opening, we deliver the aerial documentation that keeps your stakeholders informed, your marketing ahead of schedule, and your project visually documented at the highest professional standard.

Contact Drone Genius:

  • Construction Expertise: 10+ years documenting South Florida developments

  • FAA Certified: Part 107 Licensed & Fully Insured ($5M-$10M)

  • Weather-Flexible: Rapid rescheduling for Florida's unpredictable weather

  • Typical Response Time: Same-day project consultations

  • Turnaround: 48-72 hours for deliverables

Technical Deliverables Include:

  • 8K Aerial Photography (RAW + JPEG)

  • 4K/8K Video Documentation

  • Time-Lapse & Hyperlapse Sequences

  • Progress Comparison Images

  • Cloud-Based Delivery & Organization

  • Optional: Orthomosaic Mapping & Volumetric Analysis

Serving:
General Contractors | Developers | Project Managers | Construction Managers | Civil Engineers | Architects | Real Estate Investment Firms | Lenders & Financial Institutions