Lead Geotechnical Engineer — Hybrid Civil Infra

Geoengineer; Quezon City; Hybrid; PHP 2,200,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD is seeking an experienced Lead Geotechnical Engineer to join its Civil Infrastructure group in the Philippines. You will lead multidisciplinary geotechnical projects, mentor engineers, and provide technical governance across design, field investigations, and client engagements.

The role demands 10–15+ years of geotechnical experience, strong software proficiency (PLAXIS, RS2, GeoStudio, WALLAP, LPILE, FLAC), and a track record of delivering complex projects to schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with Geotechnical focus
• Typically 10–15+ years of geotechnical engineering experience in consulting/infrastructure
• Advanced experience with finite element and geostructural analysis software such as PLAXIS 2D/3D, RS2, GeoStudio, WALLAP, LPILE, FLAC
• Working knowledge of local/international standards (DPWH, NSCP, AASHTO, ASTM, FAA)
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary geotechnical project teams and project delivery with minimal oversight
• Strong technical expertise in foundations, earthworks, ground improvement, and infrastructure projects across sectors
• Excellent technical report writing, stakeholder engagement, and client relationship management
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and foster a high-performing team culture

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee geotechnical investigations including planning, supervision, interpretation and reporting of field and lab programs
• Provide technical leadership for geotechnical and geostructural design (foundations, retaining structures, deep excavations, earthworks, slopes, soil-structure interaction)
• Review and approve geotechnical reports, design calculations and engineering deliverables
• Lead as the primary technical interface with clients on major projects throughout lifecycles
• Lead risk assessments and develop practical, constructible geotechnical solutions
• Support business development including proposals, methodology, fee estimation, and client engagement
• Mentor and develop a team of geotechnical engineers and designers
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality, programme and budget
• Provide governance to ensure project delivery meets requirements

Job description

GHD is seeking an experienced Lead Geotechnical Engineer to join its Civil Infrastructure group in the Philippines. You will lead multidisciplinary geotechnical projects, mentor engineers, and provide technical governance across design, field investigations, and client engagements.

The role demands 10–15+ years of geotechnical experience, strong software proficiency (PLAXIS, RS2, GeoStudio, WALLAP, LPILE, FLAC), and a track record of delivering complex projects to schedule and budget.