CAD Draftsman - Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,120 - 133,920; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a CAD Draftsman for their Dubai office. The role involves preparing 2D and 3D CAD drawings, developing construction drawings, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, 6-10 years of relevant experience, and strong CAD skills. Familiarity with UAE projects, especially RTA and Dubai Municipality, is an advantage. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in CAD drafting for civil engineering projects.
• Minimum 3-4 years of UAE experience required.
• Experience on RTA or Dubai Municipality projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings.
• Develop construction drawings based on project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers and site teams for technical updates.

Skills

CAD drafting

2D and 3D drawing preparation

Infrastructure drawings

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Drawing registers

Version control

QA/QC drafting procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related technical discipline

Three-year diploma with equivalency certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Details

CAD Draftsman in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Civil Engineering.

Country: United Arab Emirates, City: Dubai.

Industry: Civil Engineering, Function: CAD-Drafting.

Job Type: Full-time.

Estimated Salary: 7,000 - 12,000. Confirm final offer with employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings, including plans, profiles, sections, details, layouts, and infrastructure drawing packages.
• Develop construction drawings based on IFC documents, tender drawings, authority-approved drawings, and project requirements.
• Update and revise drawings based on site conditions, RFIs, engineer comments, client feedback, redlines, and approved design changes.
• Coordinate with engineers, planners, inspectors, and site supervision teams to incorporate technical updates into drawing packages.
• Ensure all drawings comply with project specifications, CAD standards, authority requirements, and internal drafting procedures.
• Maintain drawing registers, version control, revision history, proper file naming, and organized digital or hardcopy records.
• Prepare as-built drawings using approved redlines, site records, inspection updates, and final construction information.
• Assist in the preparation of shop drawings, utility layouts, coordination drawings, and multidisciplinary interface drawings.
• Support civil, structural, MEP, utilities, and infrastructure teams by updating drawings for coordination and clash reduction.
• Carry out basic quantity take-offs and drawing measurements when required by engineers or project teams.
• Ensure drawing submissions are completed on time and aligned with project schedules.
• Archive and manage drawings so project teams can retrieve the latest approved versions quickly and accurately.
• Follow company QA/QC procedures, drafting best practices, and document control requirements across all assigned work.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Three-year diploma with an equivalency certificate is mandatory where applicable.
• 6-10 years of experience in CAD drafting for civil engineering, infrastructure, transportation, utilities, or construction projects.
• Minimum 3-4 years of UAE experience is mandatory.
• Experience on RTA or Dubai Municipality projects will be an added advantage.
• Strong ability to prepare plans, profiles, sections, details, shop drawings, utility layouts, and as-built drawings.
• Good understanding of infrastructure drawings, civil works coordination, authority standards, and site documentation requirements.
• Skilled in managing drawing revisions, registers, file control, version history, and submission deadlines.
• Able to work closely with engineers, inspectors, planners, and multidisciplinary teams in a fast-moving project environment.
• Detail-focused, organized, and committed to accurate drafting, clear documentation, and timely delivery.

Skills Set

• CAD drafting
• 2D and 3D drawing preparation
• Infrastructure drawings
• Construction drawings
• IFC and tender drawing updates
• Shop drawings
• Utility layouts
• Coordination drawings
• As-built drawings
• Drawing registers
• Version control
• AutoCAD
• Civil 3D
• Basic quantity take-offs
• RTA and Dubai Municipality project awareness
• Civil, structural, MEP, and utilities coordination
• QA/QC drafting procedures
• Document control and drawing archiving