Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Major Projects

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Professional development allowance

Landmark projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead investigations and designs for major infrastructure projects in Bloemfontein and beyond, delivering robust foundation solutions and safe structures in a remote-first, collaborative team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering, Pr. Eng. with ECSA, 10+ years of experience on large projects, and strong leadership, modeling skills, and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA is essential.
• 10+ years of geotechnical experience on major projects.
• Strong skills in advanced numerical modeling and geotechnical analysis software.
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical investigations for major infrastructure and building projects.
• Interpret subsurface data and develop design recommendations.
• Design foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, and slope stabilization.
• Review and approve reports, drawings, and specs.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to engineers.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and regulators on geotechnical challenges.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Numerical modeling

Leadership/mentoring

Client engagement

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Pr. Eng. (ECSA) registration

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex geotechnical investigations and designs for major infrastructure projects across Bloemfontein and beyond. This role requires extensive experience in assessing challenging ground conditions and providing robust foundation solutions for large-scale developments. You will be pivotal in ensuring the stability and safety of critical structures, working alongside a highly skilled team in a remote-first environment that values expertise and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to leverage their deep technical knowledge and leadership skills on impactful projects, contributing significantly to the region's development while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical investigations for major infrastructure and building projects.
• Provide expert interpretation of subsurface data and develop comprehensive geotechnical design recommendations.
• Oversee the design of foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, and slope stabilization measures.
• Review and approve geotechnical reports, drawings, and specifications prepared by the team.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior and mid-level geotechnical engineers.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to address complex geotechnical challenges.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is essential.
• A minimum of 10 years of specialized experience in geotechnical engineering, with a focus on major projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced numerical modeling and geotechnical analysis software.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and mentor engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and continuing education.
• Opportunity to work on landmark projects with significant national impact.