Senior Ground Engineering Specialist

2 weeks ago

City Of Brisbane Gold Coast City Sunshine Coast Regional, Australia beBeeGeotechnical Full time $180,000 - $220,000
Lead Geotechnical Engineer

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our geotechnical and tunnelling division, you will play a critical role in shaping our approach to ground engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and champion the vision, strategy, and roadmap for geotechnics and tunnelling, ensuring alignment with business priorities and industry evolution.
  • Lead all technical aspects of ground engineering, including site investigations, risk assessments, tunnel design, construction techniques, and ground improvement.
  • Deliver high-level technical oversight across complex projects, ensuring innovative, cost-effective, and technically sound solutions.
  • Set and enforce rigorous quality standards, driving best practices and compliance with codes, regulations, and safety benchmarks.
  • Accelerate the integration of cutting-edge technologies, digital tools, and advanced analytics in geotechnical and tunnelling design.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to clients, supporting business development, bid strategy, and technical negotiations.
  • Inspire and mentor multidisciplinary teams, cultivating a culture of excellence, learning, and career growth.
  • Forge strong partnerships across the ecosystem, collaborating with contractors, consultants, regulators, and academia to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Represent the organisation as a thought leader, contributing to industry forums, publishing technical papers, and shaping standards.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline; Master's degree or PhD strongly preferred.
  • Chartered Engineer status or equivalent (e.g. CPEng, PE, PEng).
  • 20+ years of progressive experience in geotechnical and tunnelling, including 8+ years in senior technical and leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated track record leading major infrastructure projects involving underground works, such as road, rail, water, and utility tunnels, as well as large-scale foundations, retaining structures, and ground improvement schemes.
  • Deep expertise in soil and rock mechanics, tunnel boring and excavation methods (TBM, NATM, SEM, cut-and-cover), geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, and ground risk management.
  • Experience implementing new technologies, such as digital twin modelling, geotechnical data analytics, and advanced simulation tools.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to distil complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
  • Inspirational team builder, known for leading high-performing, multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
  • Strong understanding of commercial drivers in consulting, contracting, and design-build environments; experience in project costing, risk allocation, and value engineering.
Our Team:

Our geotechnical and tunnelling division comprises over 400 consultants nationwide, renowned for their expertise, collaborative spirit, and commitment to best practice.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy the benefits of working with a leading consultancy, including hybrid working arrangements and flexible locations, allowing you to base yourself where it suits you best and work from home up to 2 days per week.

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