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Senior Geotechnical Engineer



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Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Christchurch, New Zealand

Senior Geotechnical Engineer at AECOM

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Christchurch team.

This is an immediate opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering key pieces of infrastructure for New Zealand and Australia.

In this role, you will provide specialist geotechnical expertise during site investigations, design and on‑site construction support, working closely with multi‑discipline designers and project managers to resolve complex geotechnical challenges and safeguard project outcomes.

  • Undertake site investigations and planning.

  • Review and validate ground investigation data, advising on earthworks, foundation design, slope stability, liquefaction, settlement, retaining structures, and ground improvement strategies to support optimal engineering outcomes.

  • Collaborate closely with contractors, designers and multidisciplinary teams to address unforeseen geotechnical challenges, resolve technical issues and maintain project integrity.

  • Support construction teams with geotechnical methodologies, risk assessments and mitigation planning to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of complex infrastructure works.

  • Develop key relationships with clients for work‑winning methods.

Qualifications

  • Appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with 5+ years of professional experience, preferably holding Chartered or Professional membership with a relevant engineering body.

  • Proven experience providing geotechnical design and construction support for complex infrastructure projects, with a strong understanding of New Zealand ground conditions, standards and best practices.

  • Proficient in the use of geotechnical modelling software including Cliq, Rocscience suite, OpenGround and Plaxis for slope stability, settlement and liquefaction analysis.

  • A strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic team environment.

Additional Information

  • Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid work options.

  • Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.

  • Volunteer and representation leave.

  • Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs and/or neurodiverse conditions.

If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected.

If this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ANZ

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

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