Remote Lead Geotechnical Engineer — Infrastructure Visionary

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive private health insurance

Substantial retirement savings plan

Budget for professional development &

Home office equipment

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Geotechnical Engineer to oversee a portfolio of geotechnical investigations and designs for major infrastructure projects in a fully remote capacity. You will guide a distributed team of geotechnical professionals, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Pr.Eng. registration, 10+ years of progressive experience, and strong expertise in soil/rock mechanics, foundation

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.) registration with ECSA or equivalent international registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Extensive knowledge of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, foundation design, slope stability, and seismic analysis.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as Plaxis, GeoStudio, FLAC, Rocscience suite, and relevant finite element analysis tools.
• Demonstrated experience in managing remote teams and utilizing collaborative digital platforms for project execution.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills, adapted for virtual interactions.

Aufgaben

• Lead geotechnical investigations, including site characterization and lab testing programs.
• Develop detailed geotechnical designs for foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, and tunneling projects.
• Oversee preparation of geotechnical reports and recommendations for clients and stakeholders.
• Manage multiple geotechnical projects remotely, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to a distributed team of geotechnical professionals.
• Collaborate with civil/structural/environmental teams using digital collaboration tools.
• Stay updated on latest geotechnical advancements and software adoption.
• Conduct peer reviews of geotechnical designs and reports.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Remote teamwork

Communication

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Ausbildung

Master's/PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Pr.Eng. (ECSA) registration

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

FLAC

Rocscience

Finite Element Analysis

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Geotechnical Engineer to oversee a portfolio of geotechnical investigations and designs for major infrastructure projects in a fully remote capacity. You will guide a distributed team of geotechnical professionals, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Pr.Eng. registration, 10+ years of progressive experience, and strong expertise in soil/rock mechanics, foundation