Geotechnical Engineering Manager / Ground Engineering Director

Position overview

Ground engineering coordination

• Coordinate and oversee geotechnical and ground engineering activities.
• Review geotechnical reports, soil investigation information, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Coordinate geotechnical matters with consultants, contractors, suppliers, laboratories, and project teams.
• Monitor site conditions, ground works, foundation works, earthworks, and related construction activities.
• Assist with planning site investigation, earthworks, excavation, piling, foundation, and other ground-related works.

Project and technical delivery

• Follow up on geotechnical issues, site conditions, delays, and outstanding work.
• Assist in reviewing technical proposals, method statements, calculations, and engineering submissions.
• Monitor progress and provide updates to project management; attend meetings and follow up on geotechnical action items.
• Coordinate site inspections, testing, monitoring, and relevant technical activities.
• Work with project teams to address ground conditions and construction-related technical issues.
• Maintain geotechnical records, reports, site information, and project documentation; support quality and safety requirements.

Education and experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience across geotechnical or civil engineering, foundation works, earthworks, site investigation, construction, or project coordination is preferred.
• Hands-on geotechnical, foundation, earthworks, or ground engineering experience is encouraged.

Technical and professional qualifications

• Basic to good understanding of soil, foundations, excavation, earthworks, and ground engineering principles.
• Ability to understand and review geotechnical reports, engineering drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
• AutoCAD, geotechnical analysis software, and project scheduling software familiarity is advantageous but not required.
• Professional engineering registration or relevant certification is advantageous but not mandatory.

Coordination and working style

• Good communication, coordination, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to coordinate with project stakeholders and manage multiple technical and project tasks.
• Practical, responsible, detail-oriented, and willing to work closely with office and site teams.