Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

As a Lead Geotechnical Engineer in AECOM Belfast, you will drive geotechnical design and project delivery across multiple markets, guiding junior staff and coordinating with cross-functional teams. You’ll own desk studies, ground investigations, interpretation, and final design, ensuring technical quality within budget and schedule. You’ll engage with clients and help shape projects from feasibility to completion. This role offers exposure to UK & Ireland projects and a culture of collaboration within a global infrastructure firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• flexible working arrangements
• well-being programs

Responsibilities

• Prepare, check and review geotechnical documents including desk studies, interpretative reports, specifications, drawings and design reports
• Provide expert input in team/client reviews and propose alternative concepts
• Prepare bids and proposals for internal and external clients
• Mentor and develop junior staff and oversee on-the-job training
• Lead geotechnical input across projects from desk study and ground investigation through to final design
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK & Ireland and support project delivery
• Manage day-to-day delivery to meet budget and programme requirements
• Support site activities and ensure compliance with safety and design standards

Key requirements

• Strong knowledge of UK and Irish ground conditions and ground investigation practices
• Experience in geotechnical design including earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, slope stabilization
• Proficiency with design software (e.g. Slope/W, Wallap) and geotechnical analysis tools
• Familiarity with data management software (e.g. OpenGround)
• Understanding of Eurocodes and relevant British/Irish Standards
• Experience in producing technical reports, drawings, risk assessments and design documentation
• Ability to write clearly and present technical information in person or remotely
• Clean driving licence and willingness to travel within Ireland and occasionally the UK
• Ability to work independently and support junior team members
• Experience in client engagement, work planning and commercial management
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Client relationship management
• Mentoring and coaching
• Geotechnical design (earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, slope stabilization)
• Desk studies and interpretative reports
• Ground investigation planning and interpretation

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