Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

In this Senior Geotechnical Engineer role, you will lead geotechnical investigations and design for a growing portfolio of land development and infrastructure projects across Scotland. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary Ground Engineering team to translate ground information into practical engineering solutions and robust reports. You’ll mentor junior staff, liaise with clients and contractors, and help manage ground-related risks. This position offers the chance to shape sustainable infrastructure and grow Stantec’s Ground Engineering presence in Scotland.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• bonus schemes
• enhanced pension plan
• annual leave buy/sell option
• private medical insurance
• hybrid/flexible working

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage geotechnical ground investigations and surveys
• Develop scopes, specifications, and schedules for ground investigations
• Review geological maps, boreholes, trial pits, and lab data
• Develop ground models and geological interpretations
• Perform geotechnical analysis and design using industry software
• Provide engineering recommendations and technical reports (GDRs)
• Identify and manage ground-related risks within multidisciplinary teams
• Liaise with clients, drilling contractors and external stakeholders
• Support and mentor junior geotechnical professionals

Key requirements

• Significant professional experience in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, or geological investigation
• Strong understanding of UK geology and geotechnical principles
• Experience planning, supervising, and interpreting ground investigations
• Experience interpreting data and developing ground models
• Knowledge of soil and rock engineering behaviour
• Experience on earthworks monitoring and supervision
• Experience with Coal Mining Risk Assessments and liaising with Mining Remediation Authority
• Proficiency with geotechnical software and MS Excel; report writing
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Chartered status or commitment towards chartership (advantageous)
• Strong communication
• Stakeholder management
• Mentoring and collaboration
• Geotechnical design and analysis
• Ground investigation planning and interpretation
• Ground model development

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