Senior Geotechnical Engineer
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide independent technical reviews and geotechnical engineering services in accordance with UAE authority requirements.
Responsibilities- Review pile foundation designs, shoring system designs, soil improvement designs, and soil structure interaction studies.
- Review geotechnical investigation reports including foundation recommendations, bearing capacity assessments, liquefaction assessments, cavity assessment, and geotechnical design parameters.
- Review soil improvement reports, calculations, method statements, and quality control test results for various ground improvement techniques.
- Assess soil investigation proposals including borehole numbers, depths, testing requirements, permits, method statements, and scopes of work.
- Develop and review 2D and 3D geotechnical analyses using PLAXIS 2D and PLAXIS 3D with a focus on soil structure interaction.
- Attend technical meetings with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities as required.
- Coordinate with relevant authorities and support approval processes where required.
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering (degrees in Geology alone will not be considered).
- Minimum 10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience, including at least 5 years within the UAE.
- Design experience is mandatory; field supervision experience alone is not sufficient.
- Previous experience with a foundation specialist contractor or consultant is highly preferred.
- Experience limited to laboratory testing will not be considered.
- Strong understanding of Dubai and Abu Dhabi design standards, authority requirements, and approval processes.
- Experience with Dubai Municipality (DM), Dubai Development Authority (DDA), Trakhees, Abu Dhabi Municipality (ADM), and Tasareeh requirements is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in PLAXIS 2D, PLAXIS 3D, and other relevant geotechnical software.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong communication and technical report review skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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