Senior Principal Geotechnical Engineer | Team Lead | Energy

Senior Principal Geotechnical Engineer | Team Lead | Energy Apply for the Senior Principal Geotechnical Engineer | Team Lead | Energy role at Stantec. 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants. The Opportunity Are you considering a new challenge in the geotechnical field? Are you looking for an engineering firm where you can carry out responsible, sustainable projects, and where teams collaborate with each other while fostering each other's professional development? Stantec, with 31,000 experts working in 450 offices worldwide, is the company you'll want to work for. We are currently seeking a Principal/Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join us ideally in Edinburgh (although other office locations will be considered for the right candidate). This role offers flexibility between home and office work, a focus on work‑life balance, and substantial growth prospects within our ambitious team. As a geotechnical leader in our Ground Engineering Group, your main tasks will be to support team growth, provide project leadership, participate in geotechnical investigation campaigns, design structures and act as a technical reviewer. You will make decisions and technical recommendations for our UK programmes in the energy sector, and may also support land development and infrastructure projects. The role involves leading large‑scale geotechnical studies, identifying and mitigating risks, managing complex technical situations, and contributing to new methods and practices. You will also coach staff, help with service proposals, and further the discipline within Stantec across the UK and Ireland. Responsibilities Support team growth and project leadership. Plan and conduct geotechnical investigations. Design and review geotechnical structures. Make technical decisions and recommendations for energy and infrastructure programmes. Lead large‑scale geotechnical studies and risk mitigation. Manage complex technical situations and develop new methods. Coach and develop staff and contribute to service proposals. Requirements You will hold a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geological engineering, geology, or a related field, preferring a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Geotechnical Engineering. Candidates must possess extensive relevant experience, including substantial involvement in infrastructure projects. Chartered membership with a relevant organization (ICE or Geological Society) is preferred, or active pursuit of chartership. Excellent technical writing skills are essential, with proven experience in design and analysis of geotechnical structures, and demonstrated leadership in managing teams. Benefits Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, and free private medical insurance. Discounted gym membership. Flexible working arrangements. Industry‑leading training and development, and paid professional subscriptions. Opportunity to work on transformational projects in water, infrastructure, and residential sectors. Recognition as International Consulting Firm of the Year and other awards. Equal Employment Opportunity Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is compliant with laws and regulations, ensuring equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. We want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments, please contact opportunities@snowgenes.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr