Principal Geotechnical Engineer – Renewable Industry

Overview
Hire Resolve's client in the Renewable Engineering industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Pretoria
Responsibilities:

Partner with an established, leading team of geotechnical engineers and Engineering Geologists.
Provide a mix of technical delivery, project management, with significant focus on problem solving, analysis, and design.
Liaise with other design disciplines to develop and maintain design coordination.
Responsible for winning work for the broader geotechnical team, as well as building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Periodic travel to projects in South Africa, Rest of Africa, and the Middle East will be necessary.
Ability to apply new knowledge, deliver and devise new approaches in the industry in solving complex ground problems.
Ensure timely delivery of Geotechnical deliverables of projects, within scope and budget.
Establish a clear understanding of the project goals and stakeholder expectations, specifically managing client expectations and ensuring that delivery meets expectations.
Be a team player that is willing to collaborate across multiple disciplines and international geographies.
Resolve project level issues independently.
Mentor junior Geotechnical and Geology resources.
Support business development activities.
Motivate the project team towards the determined objectives by generating enthusiasm for the project and by maintaining a continued personal interest in achieving set targets.

Requirements:

Educational Qualifications: BEng or BSc degree in Civil Engineering.
Professional Certification: Registration as a Professional Engineer (or equivalent).
Additional Qualification: A postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering will highly beneficial.
Experience: A minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience in Geotechnical Engineering within the Transport discipline.
Expertise: Extensive understanding of soil and rock mechanics is essential.
Skills:

Experience in the design of foundations for buildings and structures, slope stabilization and ground improvement, earthworks, and retention structures.
Experience in foundation and pile design, settlement, earth pressure, slope stability, and bearing capacity, etc. would be highly beneficial.
Skills and experience in geotechnical analysis and design.
Solid knowledge of design standards.
Communication and report writing skills are required, along with the ability to work with clients to develop new and existing business opportunities.

Benefits:
Salary: Negotiable

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