Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Lead Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Belfast | Hybrid Working Available

Ready to lead major infrastructure projects while shaping the future of geotechnical engineering in Northern Ireland?

If you’re an experienced Geotechnical Engineer looking for more influence, greater project ownership and the opportunity to mentor the next generation of engineers, this could be the career move you’ve been waiting for.

You’ll join a well‑established Ground Engineering team working on a diverse portfolio of road, rail and infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland and beyond. From earthworks and slope stability assessments to retaining structures, foundations and geotechnical asset management, you’ll play a key role in delivering projects that have a lasting impact on communities and transport networks.

• Lead technically challenging geotechnical and infrastructure projects
• Join a multidisciplinary engineering environment with access to specialist expertise
• Work on a mix of road, rail and civil engineering schemes
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians
• Influence project delivery from feasibility through to construction
• Strong support for continued professional development and career progression
• Long‑term project pipeline providing stability and variety of work

As a Lead Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you’ll take ownership of project delivery while providing technical leadership across a range of ground engineering schemes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the delivery of technically robust geotechnical solutions
• Managing and reviewing designs, calculations, reports and technical documentation
• Designing earthworks, foundations, retaining structures and ground improvement solutions
• Undertaking geotechnical risk assessments and technical reviews
• Managing project budgets, programmes and commercial performance
• Supporting ground investigations and interpreting geotechnical data
• Engaging with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers and technicians
• Supporting bid submissions and work‑winning activities

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