Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Flexible Work & Growth

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Canberra

Hybrid

AUD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Additional leave up to 4 weeks

Learning and talent development

Mentoring for development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical leadership across residential, transport and infrastructure projects.

You will lead investigations, design solutions and guidance from site characterisation through to construction support, in a flexible work environment based in Sydney or a regional office. The role emphasizes project leadership, client engagement and mentoring of junior engineers, with opportunities for career development and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with geotechnical electives.
Approximately 5 years' experience within a consulting environment, or recognition as a Senior Engineer in your current role.
Proficiency with geotechnical and engineering software such as OpenGround, GeoStudio, PLAXIS, Rocscience, CIRCLY, and AutoCAD.
Excellent communication, project management, and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate geotechnical investigations, field programs, site testing, and data acquisition activities.
Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, specifications, and design documentation.
Deliver geotechnical assessments and design solutions for foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, pipelines, and slope stability projects.
Provide technical review and quality assurance to ensure deliverables meet industry and client standards.
Lead and contribute to preparation of proposals.
Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to achieve successful project outcomes.
Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to proposals, business development initiatives, and project pursuits.
Mentor and support the development of junior engineers within the team.

Skills

OpenGround

GeoStudio

PLAXIS

Rocscience

CIRCLY

AutoCAD

Communication

Project management

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

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