Maria Stratigaki is a Senior Associate Director of Ground Engineering at Jacobs, currently seconded to Sizewell C as Geotechnical Lead and subject‑matter expert. Acting as an Intelligent Client within the Civil Works Programme, she manages geotechnical risk, sets and assures technical requirements, and oversees both onshore and offshore ground investigations. Maria leads the development of design parameters, digital ground models, and technical governance across complex interfaces including nuclear island, marine works, tunnelling, and major earthworks. With over 20 years’ experience, she brings technical leadership and strategic insight to one of the UK’s most significant low‑carbon infrastructure programmes.