Principal Consultant - Ground Engineering
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About the Role
WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant – Ground Engineering to drive technical excellence, manage complex projects, and support business growth across major infrastructure and development programmes in the region.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of complex geotechnical and ground engineering projects across infrastructure, buildings, and transport sectors
- Provide technical leadership and assurance on design, analysis, and construction related challenges
- Act as a subject matter expert in ground engineering, supporting multidisciplinary project teams
- Oversee site investigations, ground modelling, risk assessment, and foundation design
- Engage with clients, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure successful project execution
- Support bid preparation, proposals, and business development activities
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
- Ensure compliance with international standards, local regulations, and WSP quality frameworks
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering
- 12–15+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical / ground engineering
- Proven experience working on large scale infrastructure or multidisciplinary projects
- Strong expertise in foundation design, earthworks, retaining structures, and ground improvement techniques
- Experience in the Middle East is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage client relationships
- Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., ICE, IGS, or equivalent) is highly desirable
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Job Description
- WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant – Ground Engineering to join our growing team in the Middle East.
- This is a leadership role for a seasoned geotechnical professional who will drive technical excellence, manage complex projects, and support business growth across major infrastructure and development programmes in the region.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of complex geotechnical and ground engineering projects across infrastructure, buildings, and transport sectors
- Provide technical leadership and assurance on design, analysis, and construction related challenges
- Act as a subject matter expert in ground engineering, supporting multidisciplinary project teams
- Oversee site investigations, ground modelling, risk assessment, and foundation design
- Engage with clients, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure successful project execution
- Support bid preparation, proposals, and business development activities
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
- Ensure compliance with international standards, local regulations, and WSP quality frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering
- 12–15+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical / ground engineering
- Proven experience working on large scale infrastructure or multidisciplinary projects
- Strong expertise in foundation design, earthworks, retaining structures, and ground improvement techniques
- Experience in the Middle East is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage client relationships
- Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., ICE, IGS, or equivalent) is highly desirable
Key Competencies
- Strong technical depth and problem solving capability
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to operate at a strategic and delivery level
- Commercial awareness and ability to support project profitability
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