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Geotechnical & Topographical Engineer Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Responsibilities
Our newest opportunity is for a talented Geotechnical & Topographical Engineer to join our team based in Dubai.
We envisage success in this role to include;
Plan, supervise, and interpret subsurface investigations including boreholes, test pits, and cone penetration tests.
Coordinate laboratory and in-situ testing of soil, rock, and groundwater conditions.
Evaluate soil bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, and liquefaction potential.
Provide geotechnical design recommendations for road embankments, retaining structures, foundations, and ground improvement methods.
Prepare geotechnical investigation and interpretation reports.
Review and validate geotechnical reports submitted by contractors or third parties.
Review geotechnical aspects of design drawings and construction methodologies.
Provide technical advice during excavation, piling, dewatering, and ground improvement works.
Monitor geotechnical instrumentation and interpret results for design validation and safety assurance.
Oversee topographical surveys including total station, GPS, LiDAR, and drone-based mapping.
Ensure survey works meet project accuracy standards and defined scope.
Review and validate survey data including DTMs, contours, benchmarks, and longitudinal profiles.
Analyze terrain and elevation models for road alignment, drainage planning, and earthworks design.
Coordinate with road and drainage designers to integrate topographical constraints into alignment and grading plans.
Support quantity estimation and volume calculations for cut and fill optimization.
Supervise topographical verification works during and after construction.
Ensure constructed works comply with approved levels, coordinates, and design drawings.
Collaborate with civil, structural, drainage, and environmental engineering teams for interdisciplinary coordination.
Ensure all designs and site practices comply with relevant local authority regulations and project specifications.
Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and method statements related to geotechnical and topographical works.
Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and provide expert input during construction and inspection stages.
Qualifications
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 10 years of work experience partnered with a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
- The candidate should have experience in infrastructure and a strong background in Dubai-based construction projects.
