Senior Geotechnical Engineer Deputy Head
Job Summary
One of our leading Construction industry clients in the UAE is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Deputy Head of the Department who will hold a strategic leadership position combining advanced technical expertise with team management.
Bored piles secant piles diaphragm walls barrettes
Anchors struts piled raft foundations
Perform advanced 3D finite element modeling using PLAXIS 3D for soilstructure interaction analysis
Conduct structural analysis of raft foundations and ground slabs using SAFE
Design and review ground improvement works including:
Vibro compaction
Stone columns
Dynamic compaction
Grouting techniques
Review and approve design calculations drawings specifications and technical reports
Ensure full compliance with international and local codes:
BS Eurocodes ACI
UAE local authority requirements
Saudi Building Code
Manage mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of geotechnical engineers designers and CAD draftsmen
Coordinate with construction planning QA/QC and commercial teams
Support business development including technical proposals tenders and client presentations
Provide expert technical input during construction stages and resolve complex site issues
Requirements
Masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering / Soil Mechanics / Civil Engineering from a top-tier university
1215 years of professional experience including 5 years in a senior or leadership role
- Mandatory: Extensive experience with a piling and foundation contracting company(Consultancy-only backgrounds will not be considered)
Advanced proficiency in PLAXIS 3D for FEM and soilstructure interaction
Strong working knowledge of SAFE for foundation and slab analysis
Hands-on experience in ground improvement techniques
Deep expertise in deep foundation systems (piles diaphragm walls anchors barrettes)
Proven ability in team leadership mentoring and cross-disciplinary coordination
Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
PE / Chartered Engineer status is highly preferred
Technical Skills
Software Proficiency:
PLAXIS 2D / 3D
GeoStudio
LPILE GROUP WALLAP
SAFE ETABS
DeepFND AllPile
AutoCAD Revit (advantageous)
Preferred Experience
Delivery of large-scale complex geotechnical projects in the UAE / GCC
Strong understanding of piling construction operations site supervision and equipment
Experience with digital construction technologies BIM workflows and sustainable engineering practices
Familiarity with the Dubai Municipality Abu Dhabi Municipality and Saudi Building Code requirements.
WORK LOCATION - ABU DHABI.
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