Key Responsibilities
Geotechnical Design & Engineering
- Lead geotechnical design activities for large-scale infrastructure and building projects.
- Develop and review shallow and deep foundation designs.
- Perform geotechnical analysis, including soil bearing capacity, settlement, and slope stability.
- Review retaining walls, shoring systems, and deep excavation designs.
- Evaluate ground improvement solutions and soil stabilization techniques.
- Review geotechnical investigation reports and soil testing results.
- Prepare and approve geotechnical calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Conduct geotechnical risk assessments and recommend engineering solutions.
Technical Leadership
- Lead and supervise geotechnical engineers and design teams.
- Review designs prepared by engineering consultants and subcontractors.
- Provide technical guidance on complex geotechnical engineering challenges.
- Coordinate with structural, civil, infrastructure, and construction teams.
- Ensure compliance with international and local engineering standards.
Project Management & Coordination
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and project management teams.
- Review technical submissions and respond to RFIs.
- Monitor geotechnical design progress against project schedules.
- Provide technical support during construction.
- Identify design optimization opportunities and value engineering solutions.
- Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, preferably specializing in Geotechnical Engineering.
- Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Soil Mechanics is highly preferred.
- PhD in Geotechnical Engineering is an advantage.
Experience
- 15+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
- Minimum 5 years in geotechnical design leadership or senior technical positions.
- Extensive experience with engineering consultancy or design consultancy firms.
- Experience in major infrastructure, residential developments, high-rise buildings, or mega projects.
- Strong background in geotechnical design calculations and technical reviews.