💼 Full-Time Position

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

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WSP in New Zealand
📍 napier, hawke's bay, New-Zealand
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Location
napier, New-Zealand
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Posted
July 01, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Napier, Taupō or Gisborne)

This key role provides technical direction, strengthens client relationships, and helps grow geotechnical capability across the region.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver complex geotechnical projects from investigation through to design and construction observation
  • Provide expert technical advice across areas such as:
    • Roads and infrastructure
    • Landslides and slope stability
    • River scour
    • Residential and commercial foundations
  • Conduct and oversee site investigations, analysis, reporting and design
  • Undertake peer reviews and ensure compliance with NZ standards and industry best practice
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth
  • Lead or contribute to proposals, bids and work programmes
  • Support technical development, innovation and continuou...