Senior Geotechnical Project Lead (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Based in Soweto, Gauteng

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer for our client in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead site investigations, supervise drilling, analyze soil/rock data, and develop detailed geotechnical reports and foundation designs.

You will manage project schedules and client expectations, coordinate with structural and civil teams, and ensure adherence to SANS standards. A hybrid office/site role with occasional travel and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 7 years of geotechnical engineering experience with project management.
• Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA is required.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software PLAXIS, GEOSTUDIO and WALLAP.
• Experience on infrastructure and building projects with site supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations, including site reconnaissance, drilling supervision and in-situ testing.
• Analyze soil and rock mechanics data and perform foundation design calculations.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports with recommendations.
• Oversee junior engineers and technicians on projects.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and client expectations.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other disciplines (structural, civil).
• Ensure compliance with SANS and best practices.
• Review geotechnical designs and construction methodologies.
• Contribute to proposals and business development.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Technical report writing

Client liaison

Soil & rock mechanics

Hybrid work adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA

Tools

PLAXIS

GEOSTUDIO

WALLAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer for our client in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead site investigations, supervise drilling, analyze soil/rock data, and develop detailed geotechnical reports and foundation designs.

You will manage project schedules and client expectations, coordinate with structural and civil teams, and ensure adherence to SANS standards. A hybrid office/site role with occasional travel and a valid driver's license is required.