Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Senior Geotechnical Engineer. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Top 10 Global Consultancy
• Expand your geotechnical expertise and skills
• Identify and develop new business opportunities

We know that what we do really matters which is why Stantec provides solutions that begin at the intersection of community, creativity and client relationships.

Our specialist geotechnical team provides vital support to major projects in all sectors, as well as expert services directly to clients. We are looking for a skilled geotechnical engineer to join our design team to work on large to intermediate scale engineering projects including dams and hydropower, transportation, and water/waste water Infrastructure.

The opportunity

You'll join a team of geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists where you will have the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the team and connect with  the large global community of geo-specialists. You’ll be involved in a range of engineering projects throughout New Zealand, Australia and Asia Pacific.

A typical week could see you adding value to all project phases including; procurement, investigations, designing ground improvements, foundation or pile design, undertaking risk assessments and delivering detailed technical engineering reports. You'll provide high-end advice to clients and lead and develop innovative and successful project solutions.  Mentoring, training and developing other members in the team will also a key part of the role in our Asia Pacific business.

In this role you will be empowered to:

• Determine internal and external client requirements
• Conduct and manage field data acquisition, site investigations and testing
• Produce calculations, reporting, specifications and drawings to ensure that geotechnical designs provide appropriate solutions.
• Provide quality check and review experience to an appropriate technical standard
• Provide geotechnical expertise to meet project needs.
• Plan, program and coordinate geotechnical projects, as a technical leader, to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to agreed quality standards. 
• Assist in the development of projects through positive client relationships.
• Develop and mentor junior staff.

We're looking for Engineering NZ CPEng accredited geotechnical engineers with senior level geotechnical experience (minimum of eight years’ experience), ideally in the engineering consulting and contracting industries. Previous experience in Singapore, Australia or Asia Pacific would be useful but not essential. You'll have a strong background in design, and be familiar with industry standard design software.  Your interactions and proven track record with NZTA is critical to this role and you'll need a strong back ground of managing client relationships and winning work.

In return we offer a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, the support to succeed, a culture dedicated to professional development along with a commitment to you and the community where you live and work. 

About us

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So when we take on a project we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Margaret McMeel on +64 9 580 4502 or +64 27 544 2930

WINNER – Financial Review Client Choice Award 2017 – Best Consulting Engineering Firm (revenue $50m-$200m) 

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