Senior Geotechnical Engineer

GHD; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 16,070,400 - 24,105,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality infrastructure projects with strong technical capability in geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design. You will work with multidisciplinary teams and guide junior engineers to develop practical geotechnical solutions.

The role covers concept to construction phases, managing small to medium projects, and coordinating with clients to ensure outcomes align with quality, schedule, and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical specialization.
• Typically 6–10 years of geotechnical experience in consulting or infrastructure.
• Experience with geotechnical/geostructural analysis software.
• Knowledge of local and international standards (DPWH, NSCP, AASHTO, ASTM, FAA).
• Experience leading small engineering teams with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate geotechnical investigations, including fieldwork supervision and reporting.
• Perform analyses and design for foundations, retaining structures, and deep excavations.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports and calculations.
• Lead small to medium geotechnical projects and teams with minimal supervision.
• Provide geotechnical support through concept to construction phases.
• Identify risks and develop cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes.
• Support proposals and project planning activities.
• Review work by junior engineers and provide guidance.
• Coordinate tasks to meet quality, programme, and budget.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Technical reporting

Team leadership mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical preferred)

Tools

PLAXIS 2D/3D

WALLAP

RS2

GeoStudio

LPILE

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality infrastructure projects through strong technical capability in geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to project delivery, provide guidance to junior engineers, and help develop practical geotechnical solutions that meet client and project objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, undertake, and coordinate geotechnical investigations, including fieldwork supervision, interpretation, and reporting.
• Perform geotechnical and geostructural analyses and design for foundations, retaining structures, deep excavations, slopes, earthworks, pavement subgrades, soil-structure interaction, underground structures, and ground improvement solutions.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, technical calculations, and design documentation.
• Lead the delivery of small to medium-sized geotechnical projects and project teams, coordinating resources and technical outputs with minimal supervision.
• Provide geotechnical engineering support throughout project lifecycles, including concept development, detailed design, and construction phases.
• Identify geotechnical risks and contribute to the development of practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated project outcomes.
• Support proposal preparation, technical methodologies, fee estimates, and project planning activities.
• Review work completed by junior engineers and provide technical guidance to support their development.
• Coordinate project tasks and ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with quality, programme, and budget requirements.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.

What You Will Bring To The Team

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Typically 6–10 years of geotechnical engineering experience within consulting, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Experience using geotechnical and geostructural analysis software such as PLAXIS 2D/3D, WALLAP, RS2, GeoStudio, LPILE, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of relevant local and international standards such as DPWH, NSCP, AASHTO, ASTM, FAA, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience managing and delivering geotechnical projects and coordinating small engineering teams with limited supervision.
• Strong technical capability in geotechnical and geostructural engineering, including foundations, retaining structures, excavations, soil-structure interaction, earthworks, and ground improvement.
• Experience working on transportation, aviation, water, energy, resources, or other major infrastructure projects is highly regarded.
• Ability to prepare high-quality technical reports, calculations, and engineering deliverables.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to independently manage project scope, resources, budgets, and technical delivery requirements.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of a dynamic culture with a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

This role can be based in Makati or Quezon City office depending on your home base or location.