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GHD

Catalyzes regional engineering and construction innovation

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026Deadline 10/22/26
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines+1 moreMore locations: Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
HybridThree days per week in the office.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringGeotechnical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required, preferably with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • At least six years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience in consulting, infrastructure, or related industries is required.
  • Experience with geotechnical and geostructural analysis software such as PLAXIS, WALLAP, RS2, GeoStudio, LPILE, or equivalent is required.
  • Strong technical capability in geotechnical design, including foundations, retaining structures, excavations, slopes, earthworks, pavements, and ground improvement, is required.
  • Working knowledge of relevant local and international geotechnical standards and industry practices is required.
  • Experience delivering geotechnical projects across transportation, water, energy, resources, or other major infrastructure sectors is required.
Responsibilities
  • Plan, coordinate, and interpret geotechnical investigations, including fieldwork supervision and reporting.
  • Undertake geotechnical and geostructural analyses and design for foundations, retaining structures, excavations, slopes, earthworks, pavements, and ground improvement works.
  • Lead the delivery of geotechnical projects across all project phases, including technical analysis and design, preparation and review of reports and calculations, identification and management of geotechnical risks, and development of practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
  • Support business development and project planning activities, including proposal preparation, technical methodologies, fee estimates, resource planning, and coordination of project programmes and budgets.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical development of the team.

About the company

ECRi Hub is a collaboration platform by GHD and the Queensland Government that connects engineers, construction and resources startups, researchers, and businesses to develop and commercialize new technologies. It provides space and programs, including the Business Mentoring for Innovation, to guide regional innovators through product development and market entry. It differentiates itself through GHD’s industry expertise, government support, and a clear focus on accelerating commercialization within its sector. Its goal is to boost innovation and drive economic growth and competitiveness for Queensland and Australia by turning ideas into market-ready solutions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$300K

Headquarters

Mittagong, Australia

Founded

1927

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What believers are saying

  • GHD won 2026 recognition for hydrogen blending, dam removal, smart roundabouts, and Indigenous projects.
  • Headcount reached about 17,197 in March 2026, and 2026 job postings rose 59.7 percent.
  • Queensland's ECRi Hub partnership keeps GHD embedded with government-funded innovation and regional commercialization pipelines.

What critics are saying

  • GHD UK flagged 2025 cuts near 10 percent, hitting environment, contamination, geotechnical, and waste teams.
  • Integration risk is immediate after Bowman Engineering's May 2026 acquisition; client churn can follow overlapping cultures.
  • The strongest existential threat is margin compression across commoditized consulting, forcing deeper layoffs and retreat from weaker markets.

What makes GHD unique

  • Employee-owned GHD bought Bowman Engineering in Texas on May 20, 2026, deepening local transport expertise.
  • GHD's 165 offices across five continents give it cross-border delivery scale rivals struggle to match.
  • Its WA100 rank rose from 42 to 39 in 2026, signaling design-market credibility.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

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