Job Summary
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will lead geotechnical engineering efforts for construction and infrastructure projects, managing investigations, analysis, design, and site activities.
Responsibilities
- Lead geotechnical engineering tasks across construction and infrastructure projects.
- Review geotechnical investigations, soil reports, site data, and lab test results.
- Conduct and review geotechnical analysis and design for foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures, and excavation.
- Provide technical recommendations based on geotechnical conditions and project needs.
- Evaluate contractor submissions, method statements, technical reports, and design documents.
- Perform site inspections and oversee geotechnical and earthwork operations.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineering disciplines.
- Identify and resolve geotechnical issues during design and construction phases.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
- At least 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and construction projects.
- Experience with geotechnical investigations, analysis, design, and site supervision.
- Previous work experience with engineering consultancy firms.
- Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundations, earthworks, slopes, and retaining structures.
- Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with large-scale construction and infrastructure projects is preferred.
- Saudi/GCC project experience is preferred.
What the company offers
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, and leaves of absence.
- Voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, and well-being resources.
- Employee assistance program and business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
- Training and development programs to enhance technical and leadership skills.
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Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full Time
Company Name: AECOM
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

