Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Principal Geotechnical Engineer - ( 240003MI )

Description

About the role:

Our Geosciences team is an integrated geotechnical engineering, hydrogeological and environmental consultant to a wide range of clients working on infrastructure and developments, both for private and public entities across Australia. Due to continued growth in our Geosciences team, we have an opportunity for a Principal level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Brisbane or Mackay office.

We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and other flexibility options. You will be empowered to grow and build your reputation as an industry leader through conference presentations, professional memberships and mentoring up and coming Geotechnical Engineers. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

Day to day tasks would involve:

1. Plan, coordinate and manage multiple concurrent site investigations to deliver geotechnical investigative reports - including interpreting geotechnical data, performing analysis and making recommendations.
2. Undertaking geotechnical analysis in areas such as slope stability, pavement designs, foundations and retaining walls.
3. Lead and manage the delivery of projects, ensuring work outputs are of a high technical standard.
4. Undertake interpretation and analysis of data to develop and implement practical and commercial solutions.
5. Managing key projects from start to finish in line with project specifications.
6. Promote a culture of high performance, delivery and continuous improvement and mentor and coach more junior team members.
7. Support the Team Leader and others across the company on opportunities and pursuits.
8. Provide input to strategic planning and implementation of initiatives within the business unit.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

1. Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with completion of geotechnical electives and/or major as part of your university studies.
2. 10 years’ practical experience, preferably with a geotechnical engineering consultancy.
3. Chartered Engineering credentials (RPEQ / CPEng / NER).
4. Expertise in field geotechnical investigations including logging and supervision of geotechnical drilling activities as well as laboratory testing knowledge.
5. Experience with engineering software packages such as gINT, GEOSTUDIO, PLAXIS, ROCSCIENCE, AutoCAD would be of assistance.
6. A demonstrated passion for working in the geotechnical engineering discipline.
7. Commitment to self-improvement and continuing professional development.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

1. Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
2. Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning.
3. Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others.
4. Professional Memberships.
5. Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).
6. Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs.
7. Service Recognition Awards.
8. Employee Assistance Program.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, please submit your application online.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.

Qualifications

1. Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering.
2. RPEQ registration.

Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-Fortitude Valley

Other Locations : Australia-Queensland-Mackay

Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Feb 25, 2025, 2:11:58 AM

Req ID: 240003MI