Job Description – Civil Draughtsman
Industry: Building Construction
Project Type: High-Rise Buildings
Minimum Experience: 5 Years
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Civil Draughtsman with a strong civil engineering background and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in high-rise building construction projects. The candidate must have excellent technical drawing skills and hands-on experience preparing detailed construction drawings, shop drawings, and as-built drawings in accordance with approved project specifications and site requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed civil, structural, and architectural drawings for high-rise building construction projects using AutoCAD.
- Develop shop drawings, working drawings, layout plans, sections, elevations, and construction details based on approved design drawings.
- Prepare and update as-built drawings to accurately reflect actual site conditions and executed works.
- Review architectural, structural, and civil drawings to identify discrepancies, dimensional errors, and coordination issues.
- Coordinate with civil engineers, site engineers, architects, consultants, and other project teams to ensure drawings meet construction requirements.
- Incorporate revisions and modifications based on consultant comments, site instructions, and approved design changes.
- Ensure drawings are accurate, clear, properly dimensioned, and compliant with project specifications and applicable standards.
- Assist the engineering team in resolving technical drawing discrepancies and site-related design issues.
- Maintain proper documentation, drawing registers, revision histories, and records of approved and submitted drawings.
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of drawings to support project schedules and site progress.
- Interpret technical specifications, construction details, and engineering instructions to produce accurate drawings.
- Support site teams by providing updated drawings and necessary technical clarifications during construction.
Mandatory Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Civil Draughtsman.
- Civil engineering background is mandatory.
- Proven experience in high-rise building construction projects is essential.
- Diploma or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or a related technical field.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and technical drawing preparation.
- Practical experience in civil, structural, and architectural construction drawings.
- Good knowledge of construction methods, building layouts, dimensions, levels, sections, and elevations.
- Ability to read, interpret, and coordinate engineering drawings and project specifications.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively with engineers, consultants, and site construction teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working with main contractors on high-rise residential or commercial building projects.
- Familiarity with UAE construction practices, consultant requirements, and drawing submission procedures.
- Knowledge of additional drafting or BIM software is an advantage.
Important:
Candidates must have a civil engineering background and a minimum of 5 years of experience in high-rise building construction. Candidates without relevant high-rise building project experience will not be considered.