Senior Engineer (Geotechnical)

chiu teng construction co. pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CHIU TENG Construction Co. Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical aspects of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, oversee investigations, and provide design recommendations.

You will review reports and calculations, supervise junior engineers, liaise with clients and authorities, and implement safe, compliant ground engineering solutions. PE/Chartered status is an advantage; strong software experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering recognized by the PE Board.
• 8+ years geotechnical engineering experience; 5+ years in construction supervision on similar projects.
• LTA/rail projects background preferred.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical design standards.
• Proficient in geotechnical design software such as PLAXIS/GeoStudio/SAFE/FLAC.
• Familiar with local and international codes and regulatory approvals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities; PE/Chartered engineer status an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical aspects of construction and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct soil, rock, and groundwater investigations and provide design recommendations.
• Prepare and review geotechnical design reports, risk assessments, and calculations.
• Advise on ground improvement, foundations, shoring, piling, and earthworks.
• Supervise junior engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Carry out site inspections and monitoring (instruments, settlement, groundwater).
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities for compliance.
• Manage geotechnical risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare technical submissions and documentation for authority approvals.
• Ensure safety, quality, and environmental standards on geotechnical works.
• Support tender preparation with cost and technical input.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) / Chartered Engineer (advantage)

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

SAFE

FLAC

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all geotechnical aspects of construction and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct soil, rock, and groundwater investigations to evaluate site conditions and provide geotechnical design recommendations.
• Prepare and review geotechnical design reports, risk assessments, and engineering calculations (e.g., slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement analysis, retaining structures, tunneling, and deep excavation).
• Provide technical advice on ground improvement methods, foundations, shoring systems, piling, and earthworks.
• Supervise and review the work of junior geotechnical engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Carry out site inspections and monitoring (e.g., instrumentation, settlement, slope movement, groundwater level monitoring).
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and government authorities to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and project requirements.
• Manage geotechnical risks, propose mitigation measures, and provide innovative solutions to complex ground engineering challenges.
• Prepare technical submissions, method statements, and documentation for authority approvals.
• Ensure safety, quality, and environmental standards are maintained during geotechnical works.
• Support tender preparation and provide cost and technical input for proposals.
• Any other duties that assigned by a superior.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering recognized by the PE Board.
• Minimum 8 years of geotechnical engineering experience, with at least 5 years of experience in construction supervision of geotechnical work for projects of similar scale, complexity, and nature of work.
• Preferred to have an LTA/rail projects background
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and geotechnical design standards.
• Proficient in geotechnical design software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, SAFE, FLAC, or equivalent).
• Familiar with local codes, international standards, and regulatory approval processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Chartered Engineer / Professional Engineer (PE) in Geotechnical Engineering is an advantage.