Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Infra Leadership (Riyadh)

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Leaves of absences

Voluntary benefits

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Service recognition awards

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Riyadh team. You will lead geotechnical investigations, design, and site activities across major construction projects, coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires deep expertise in soil mechanics, foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures, with extensive field supervision and experience in large-scale projects in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of geotechnical engineering and construction project experience.
• Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering activities across construction and infrastructure projects.
• Review investigations, soil reports, site data, and laboratory results.
• Perform and review geotechnical analysis and design for foundations and earthworks.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Foundations design

Earthworks

Slopes & retaining structures

Project coordination

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical specialization)

Geotechnical Engineering certification / specialization

Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Riyadh team. You will lead geotechnical investigations, design, and site activities across major construction projects, coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires deep expertise in soil mechanics, foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures, with extensive field supervision and experience in large-scale projects in the region.