Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Drawing Preparation: Assist the Senior Draftsman and Engineers in creating detailed 2D and 3D drawings, layouts, and schematics for various civil and infrastructure elements, which may include:
  Structural details (foundations, columns, beams).
  Architectural details (floor plans, sections, elevations).
  Infrastructure utilities (water supply, drainage, sewerage, duct banks).
  Roads and pavement details.
• Shop Drawings: Support the preparation of Shop Drawings based on approved design drawings, adding construction-specific details and dimensions.
• Revisions and Amendments: Modify and update drawings quickly and accurately as directed by the design team, incorporating red-line markups and feedback from engineers and site teams.
• As-Built Drawings: Assist in the preparation of "As-Built" drawings upon project completion, accurately reflecting the final constructed state based on site survey data.

Compliance and Quality Control

• Standards Adherence: Ensure all drafted documents and drawings strictly comply with company drafting standards, project specifications, and local authority regulations (e.g., DM, RTA, DEWA, ADSSC).
• Accuracy Check: Perform basic checks on drawings to ensure dimensions, materials, and scale are accurate and consistent with engineering inputs.

Document Control and Administration

• Filing and Archiving: Maintain an organized and structured electronic drawing archive, ensuring proper version control, naming conventions, and secure storage of all CAD files and printed drawings.
• Plotting and Submission: Prepare, plot, and package drawing sets for site use, internal review, and submission to consultants or authorities.
• Quantity Take-Off (QTO): Assist the Quantity Surveying team with basic quantity take-offs by measuring and calculating material requirements directly from the prepared drawings.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Education: Diploma or Associate Degree in Civil Drafting, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 0 to 2 years of experience in drafting, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sector. Fresh graduates with relevant project work or internships are encouraged to apply.
• Technical Skills (Must-Have):
  Expert proficiency in AutoCAD (2D drafting is essential).
  Basic understanding of civil engineering and construction terminology.
  Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints, topographical data, and engineering sketches.
• Technical Skills (Preferred):
  Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D (for infrastructure/site work).
  Experience with other relevant software (e.g., MicroStation, Revit, SketchUp).
• Competencies:
  Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
  Willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
  Effective communication skills in English (verbal and written).