Senior Geotechnical Engineer

RobLawMax Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RobLawMax Recruitment in Christchurch seeks an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex multidisciplinary projects, delivering ground investigations through to detailed design and reporting.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage budgets and timelines, contribute to business development and proposals, and help strengthen client relationships in a globally recognised engineering consultancy.

Qualifications

• Lead complex multidisciplinary geotechnical projects and provide technical leadership.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
• Engage in client relationship management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of geotechnical investigations from planning to reporting.
• Oversee design delivery, budgets and timelines for projects.
• Prepare proposals and support business development activities.

Job description

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RobLawMax Recruitment – Christchurch, South Island

Join a globally recognised engineering consultancy delivering some of New Zealands most significant water infrastructure projects. Based in Christchurch, this is an opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to take a lead role in the delivery of complex multidisciplinary projects while helping to grow client relationships and mentor emerging engineers.

Youll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from planning and ground investigations through to detailed design, reporting and project delivery. Working alongside industry-leading specialists, youll contribute technical expertise, manage project budgets and timelines, and play an active role in business development and proposal preparation. This role is ideal for an experienced geotechnical professional with strong consulting experience, commercial awareness and a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes.

In return, youll enjoy a collaborative and flexible working environment, exposure to nationally significant projects, ongoing professional development, and genuine opportunities to progress your career within a global consultancy committed to innovation, sustainability and technical excellence