Senior Geotechnical Engineer
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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.
What's in it for you?
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
The Role
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
You'll be trusted to make key technical decisions while helping to maintain the highest standards of quality, safety and project delivery.
About You
You'll likely be a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer with significant experience in geotechnical engineering and a passion for delivering practical engineering solutions.
Your background may include:
Geotechnical design within transportation or infrastructure projects
Earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and foundation design
Ground investigations and geotechnical reporting
Geotechnical risk assessment and asset management
Knowledge of Eurocode 7 and relevant industry standards
Experience working on rail or highways infrastructure projects
Commercial awareness and project management experience
Mentoring or leading technical teams
Experience with geotechnical analysis software such as SlopeW, Wallap or similar packages would be highly beneficial.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Many geotechnical roles focus solely on technical delivery. This position offers the opportunity to combine technical leadership, project ownership, client engagement and team development within a highly collaborative engineering environment.
You'll be joining a team involved in some of Northern Ireland's most significant infrastructure programmes, working alongside specialists across highways, rail, structures, environmental and coastal engineering disciplines. The result is greater project variety, wider technical exposure and genuine opportunities to progress your career into principal, technical leadership or management positions.
Interested?
Whether you're actively exploring the market or simply open to hearing about interesting opportunities, I'd be happy to arrange a confidential discussion.
Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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.
What's in it for you?
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
The Role
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
You'll be trusted to make key technical decisions while helping to maintain the highest standards of quality, safety and project delivery.
About You
You'll likely be a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer with significant experience in geotechnical engineering and a passion for delivering practical engineering solutions.
Your background may include:
Geotechnical design within transportation or infrastructure projects
Earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and foundation design
Ground investigations and geotechnical reporting
Geotechnical risk assessment and asset management
Knowledge of Eurocode 7 and relevant industry standards
Experience working on rail or highways infrastructure projects
Commercial awareness and project management experience
Mentoring or leading technical teams
Experience with geotechnical analysis software such as SlopeW, Wallap or similar packages would be highly beneficial.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Many geotechnical roles focus solely on technical delivery. This position offers the opportunity to combine technical leadership, project ownership, client engagement and team development within a highly collaborative engineering environment.
You'll be joining a team involved in some of Northern Ireland's most significant infrastructure programmes, working alongside specialists across highways, rail, structures, environmental and coastal engineering disciplines. The result is greater project variety, wider technical exposure and genuine opportunities to progress your career into principal, technical leadership or management positions.
Interested?
Whether you're actively exploring the market or simply open to hearing about interesting opportunities, I'd be happy to arrange a confidential discussion.
Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation