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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

AECOM is recruiting a Senior Engineer – Geotechnical to lead geotechnical investigations and design across multiple SA locations (Bloemfontein, Bellville, Centurion). The role requires mentoring junior staff, liaising with contractors, and ensuring high-quality deliverables on time.

The candidate should have extensive geotechnical experience, knowledge of Eurocodes, and be willing to travel to project sites as needed. Hybrid work arrangement expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ geotechnical investigation and design experience.
• Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Chartered status (International Engineer).
• Demonstrated leadership in similar roles and ability to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop geotechnical solutions using established principles.
• Monitor field activities to meet project requirements and client expectations.
• Collaborate with geotechnical contractors to ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare technical documents and reports with quality and accuracy.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Client liaison

Mentoring junior staff

Technical report writing

Education

BSc Geotechnical Engineering

Hons advantageous

ECSA Professional Engineer/ Chartered status

Tools

GEO5

WALLAP

ALP

SlopeW/Slide

Plaxis

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Engineer – Geotechnical

Bloemfontein, South Africa
Bellville, South Africa
Centurion, South Africa
Full time
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Job Description
AECOM is looking to recruit an Senior Engineer – Geotechnical

Here is what you will do:

• Utilize basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Assist with the monitoring of the geotechnical field activities to ensure that they are undertaken in accordance with the project requirements, apply geotechnical assessment and interpretation .
• Liaise with the geotechnical contractors to ensure the project meets with client expectations and deadlines.
• Have good technical awareness/experience of specifications and implementing in accordance with the contract and design requirements.
• Ensure the correctness and completeness of all deliverables (reports, drawings, etc.) to ensure they meet specifications (quality) and are consistent with field conditions, etc.
• Assist the geotechnical team in preparation of contractual correspondence, as required.
• Be willing to travel as the nature of the geotechnical projects may require traveling to other countries to undertake and complete work.
• Perform other responsibilities or duties associated with this geotechnical position, as may be appropriate.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Ability to collaborate closely with our Technical Directors and Associates in project delivery, work winning and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Actively input to team and client meetings, being prepared to own decisions and put forward alternative ideas and concepts.
• Provide on the job mentoring of junior staff and support them towards achieving chartered status.
• Proven leadership experience in similar roles, with an ability to inspire and lead teams.
• Prepare, check and review a wide range of technical documents, including desk studies, interpretative reports, specifications, construction drawings and design reports.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes, standards, and best practices in geotechnical design, but also open to exploring new methods and innovations. Good knowledge of Eurocodes is desirable.
• Experience in geotechnical designs including settlement analysis, retaining wall, foundation (shallow and deep), earthworks and slope design.
• Experience in geotechnical software including GEO5, WALLAP, ALP, SlopeW/Slide, Plaxis etc.
• AutoCAD/Civil 3D is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of soil and rock mechanics.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in geotechnical investigation and design work post undergraduate degree.
• BSc degree in Geotechnical engineering or related (Hons would be advantageous).
• Excellent knowledge of development and implementation of geotechnical investigations.
• Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or has Chartered status (International Engineer).

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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