Sr. Geotechnical Engineer

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering activities across construction and infrastructure projects.
• Review investigations, soil reports, site data, and laboratory test results.
• Perform and review analysis and design for foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures, and excavations.
• Provide technical recommendations based on ground conditions and project needs.
• Review contractor submissions, method statements, technical reports, and design documents.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor geotechnical and earthwork activities.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineering disciplines.
• Resolve geotechnical issues during design and construction.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, applicable codes, and engineering standards.
• Guide the geotechnical team and support project management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 15 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and construction experience.
• Strong experience in geotechnical investigations, analysis, design, and site supervision.
• Previous experience with engineering consultancy firms is required.
• Large-scale construction and infrastructure project experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundations, earthworks, slopes, and retaining structures.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration is required.
• Saudi or GCC project experience is preferred.

Workplace

• The work location model is on-site.
• New employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Benefits

• Benefits may include health and insurance coverage, paid time off, leave, flexible work options, well-being resources, travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement savings, and employee stock purchase plans; eligibility depends on employment status.

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