Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer Water And Maritime

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the planet? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking engineering consultancy firm dedicated to combating the pressing challenges of climate change? Look no further!

What you do as a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer (Water & Maritime)

As a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer (Water & Maritime), you will apply your solid technical background in geotechnical engineering to support water and/or maritime projects in the Philippines. You will work closely with the senior geotechnical engineer, project leads, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality and impactful projects.

You will be involved in project delivery across all stages, from supporting proposal development and concept designs to detailed design and construction management. Your role will be a mix of office‑based engineering work and site activities, providing you with strong exposure to practical geotechnical engineering while working alongside experienced national and international colleagues.

In this role, you will contribute to geotechnical assessments, including site investigations, data interpretation, and geotechnical analyses, while progressively developing your technical expertise and responsibility within project teams.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact in the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonization of industry, and sustainable mobility.

Our Philippine office consists of colleagues based in our main office Makati and across project sites. As a team, we excel in a wide variety of services and have a significant and growing portfolio of opportunities in the fields of climate resilience (river basin management, flood mapping, coastal protection, drainage, climate adaptation), maritime (land reclamation, dredging, ports, harbors, and jetties) and renewables (offshore wind and solar). Our clients range from government bodies, development institutions (World Bank, ADB, etc.) to private developers. We provide them with a range of services throughout the various phases of a project: from inception, through master planning, feasibility, design all the way to construction management. Our projects are in the Philippines, but we also provide support within the APAC region and globally. Read about our projects here Philippines. For our career opportunities, please see here.

What you bring

As a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer, you will support geotechnical work on projects in the Philippines and contribute to the delivery of water and maritime projects under the guidance of the senior geotechnical engineer and project leads. You will work on projects ranging from multidisciplinary developments to smaller assignments requiring focused geotechnical input. You will be involved through all stages of the project, including:

• supporting the preparation of proposals and contributing to the development of concept and detailed geotechnical designs, leading to construction management
• assisting in the planning and supervision of site investigations and in the preparation of Terms of Reference for soil investigations
• interpreting geotechnical data and supporting geotechnical risk assessments (e.g. settlement, liquefaction, slope stability analyses)
• supporting seismic response analyses in coordination with senior engineers and international experts, including contributions to Engineering Geological and Geohazard Assessment Reports (EGGAR)
• using advanced geotechnical software (e.g. Deltares tools, PLAXIS, and similar) to support geotechnical analyses and designs under supervision
• preparing technical calculations, figures, drawings, and inputs for geotechnical design reports and technical deliverables
• providing geotechnical support during construction phases, including site visits, field observations, and coordination with contractors
• collaborating with experienced national and international colleagues, supporting both office based design and site based construction management teams
• liaising, under guidance, with clients, authorities, contractors, and specialist consultants on technical matters
• contributing to the timely and high quality delivery of project outputs in line with company and client expectations
  
  

Requirements:

• minimum bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other relevant field; a Master’s degree is an advantage
• licensed Civil Engineer
• at least 5-8 years of experience in geotechnical engineering works, with significant exposure to water, maritime, coastal, land reclamation, and flood resilience projects within a consultancy environment
• demonstrated experience working in international, multicultural, and diverse environments, with a collaborative approach and ability to work across sectoral and regional boundaries
• proven ability in writing proposals, planning, and running multidisciplinary projects, from concept to detailed design and construction management
• capable of undertaking assignments to achieve technically sound, timely, and cost-effective results
• experience in geotechnical data interpretation, risk assessments (settlement, liquefaction, slope stability, etc.) and site investigation supervision (borehole drilling, CPT, geophysical survey, etc.)
• understanding of and competence in digital ways of working
  
  

Personal skills:

• accurate and strong attention to detail
• innovator at looking for solutions to problems
• promotes and uses a digital way of working in execution of tasks
• analytical thinker and strong problem solver
• excellent English language skills (written and verbal)
• strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

What we offer you

At Haskoning, you will collaborate with an engaging and supportive team, enabling you to develop your skills while working on challenging and diverse projects in the Philippines. You will have opportunities to advance by working on future projects both locally and globally, contributing to your growth within the company. Additionally, we offer:

• a creative, digital, and dynamic environment
• work with passionate, dedicated, and supportive colleagues
• a market competitive salary and healthcare benefits for you and your family
• bonuses based on company profit
• organized team events designed to enhance team spirit and collaboration
• flexible work arrangements and hybrid work setup to ensure a good balance between personal and professional life
• opportunity to work on compressed work week so that you will always have a long weekend (40 hours working time compressed in 4 days) (optional) (depends on the job)
• lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities (example: access to LinkedIn learning or taking part of learning weeks organized by our HR Talent Management team or external trainings)
  
  

Are you our new colleague?

We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will give you feedback as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 1-2 interviews. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

For more information, you can always contact Michelle Spoor (recruiter water and maritime Philippines) at michelle.spoor@haskoning.com. Due to the privacy law, please submit your application via the apply button and not via email.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

Acquisition for this vacancy by agencies is not appreciated and offered candidates will not be taken into consideration.

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