Principal Geotechnical Engineer

About the Role

Join a vibrant Transport and Infrastructure team focused on delivering impactful projects across the Asia Pacific, including roads, bridges, tunnels, water treatment, and renewable energy sectors. Our New South Wales Infrastructure division primarily designs roads, bridges, drainage, and civil engineering projects, with expanding interests in water, sewerage treatment, and energy transmission ventures.

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Geotechnical Engineer to act as a technical expert, market leader, and mentor within our team. This role offers involvement in medium to large scale projects mainly located around Brisbane or Sydney, with opportunities across New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert geotechnical design guidance for multidisciplinary projects
• Manage project work planning and financial aspects
• Lead and collaborate with design teams on various regional projects
• Expand and nurture client and industry relationships to support business growth
• Prepare compelling proposals to secure new business
• Cultivate a learning culture through continuous professional development
• Coach and mentor junior engineers to foster career development

Candidate Profile

We value individuals who are eager to learn, share knowledge, and contribute fresh perspectives to enhance team performance and client satisfaction. The successful candidate will be a chartered civil or geotechnical engineer with a robust consulting or contracting background, proven leadership abilities, strong project execution skills, and a passion for mentoring others.

Work Environment and Culture

Enjoy working within a dynamic, supportive, and inclusive team that values collaboration, individual contributions, and professional growth.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements supporting a healthy work-life balance and personal wellbeing
• An inclusive culture where diversity is embraced and creative ideas are welcomed
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave for all genders
• Continuous career and skills development with opportunities for professional accreditation including Chartership
• Employee ownership opportunities reflecting our collaborative success

About the Company

We are one of the largest employee-owned professional service consultancies in the Asia-Pacific region, boasting a team of over 4000 professionals with diverse expertise. Our vision, "Creative people together transforming our world," underscores our culture and commitment to making every day better for clients, people, and communities alike.

Additional Information

We acknowledge that work-life balance means different things to different individuals and support flexible working conversations for all team members.