Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Randstad, Netherlands

Contract Type: 12‑month contract

Language Requirement: Fluent Dutch

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to support a variety of major projects across the Randstad. This role involves technical oversight and hands‑on involvement in both building foundation projects and cabling & infrastructure developments. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant, and cost‑effective engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, soil analysis, and site assessments for building foundations and underground infrastructure.
• Provide reliable geotechnical design recommendations, including bearing capacity assessments, settlement calculations, and slope stability analyses.
• Support trenching, cabling, and utility installation projects with geotechnical expertise, including ground risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Review and interpret geotechnical data, laboratory results, and field test outcomes.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, design notes, risk assessments, and technical documentation in Dutch.
• Collaborate with structural engineers, civil engineers, project managers, and contractors on project delivery.
• Monitor site works to ensure compliance with design specifications, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Advise on foundation systems, ground improvement techniques, piling, and excavation support.
• Provide input during tendering, planning, and construction phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in geotechnical design and site investigation.
• Demonstrated experience in building foundation projects and/or cabling & infrastructure works .
• Strong knowledge of Dutch geotechnical standards (NEN), Eurocodes, and local regulations.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software (e.g., PLAXIS, D‑Sheet Piling, GeoStudio, or equivalent).
• Fluent Dutch (spoken and written) is mandatory.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Valid right to work in the Netherlands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with projects in the Randstad region.
• Familiarity with urban development constraints, soft soil conditions, and high‑density infrastructure.
• Prior work with contractors, engineering consultancies, or utility providers.

If you're interested in this freelance opportunity, please send your CV and availability to [email protected] or call +49 8954195904 .