Senior Geotechnical Site Engineer

Company Description: EGEC is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultation firm with expertise in Buildings & Facilities, Urban Development, Water and Environment, and Transportation. Established in 1986 in Cairo, Egypt, EGEC has grown into a renowned regional firm serving the Middle East and North Africa, with an ISO 9001:2008-certified commitment to quality. The firm offers comprehensive engineering solutions across diverse sectors, including residential, commercial, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, and water treatment. EGEC is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and sustainability through robust programs in Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), training, and social responsibility. About the Role: We are seeking an authoritative and seasoned Senior Geotechnical Site Engineer to serve as the Owner’s Consultant Representative on a high-profile mega infrastructure project. In this role, you will be responsible for technical leadership, geotechnical design validation, and critical site decision-making to ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and engineering standards. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary, authorized on-site decision-maker for geotechnical matters representing the Owner's Consultant, ensuring continuous reporting and alignment with the Head Office. Perform comprehensive, rigorous technical reviews and audits of all geotechnical data, calculations, soil investigation reports, technical submittals, and method statements, etc. Make firm, site-based technical decisions and resolve site issues through direct technical discussions with international and local contractors. Provide expert site oversight on critical geotechnical works, including soil analysis, foundation design validation, slope stability assessments, deep excavations, dewatering systems, and ground improvement. Ensure all geotechnical works strictly comply with diverse international codes, local standards, and project specifications. Monitor, analyze, and interpret all on-site geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring data to ensure site safety and structural integrity during construction. Conduct rigorous site inspections to verify execution quality, validate contractor design assumptions against actual ground conditions, and submit detailed reports to the Head Office. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary site teams and stakeholders to drive project execution safely and on schedule. Requirements & Qualifications: Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering (Doctorate degree is highly preferred). Minimum of 15 years of experience in both geotechnical design and site execution/construction management for large infrastructure projects. Must have completed at least 5 major similar projects acting as a Geotechnical Lead. Proven track record in both detailed design analysis and authoritative site-based decision-making. Deep expertise in comprehensive soil analysis, foundation design, ground improvements, dewatering systems, shoring systems, and slope stability assessments. Extensive knowledge of international and local geotechnical codes, design methodologies, and execution standards. Absolute fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required for effective technical communication and decision-making with international stakeholders (French is preferred). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound, rapid technical decisions on-site under tight schedules. Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to navigate interactions between diverse multinational teams and the Head Office. Show more Show less