Draftsman - civil

Careers International; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers International seeks a skilled Civil Draftsman to join our engineering team for ongoing infrastructure and construction projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate has a strong background in civil drawings, accuracy, and the ability to collaborate with site engineers and project managers.

Responsibilities include preparing AutoCAD drawings, site visits, and assisting with BOQs and submission packages. UAE standards knowledge and immediate availability are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of proven experience as a Civil Draftsman.
• Diploma or technical degree in civil engineering or drafting.
• Must be able to speak Hindi or Tagalog for team/site coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise AutoCAD drawings for civil works (structural layouts, section drawings, elevations, site development).
• Ensure drawings meet project specifications and local regulations.
• Coordinate with civil engineers, architects and other design professionals to incorporate markups and revisions.
• Perform site visits to understand project scope and verify existing conditions.
• Maintain organized records of drawings, design iterations and approvals.
• Assist in preparing BOQs, as-built drawings, and submission packages when required.

Skills

Collaboration with engineers

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Diploma/technical degree in civil drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Civil Draftsman to join our growing engineering team for ongoing infrastructure and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil drawings, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate closely with site engineers and project managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and revise AutoCAD drawings related to civil works: structural layouts, section drawings, elevations, site development, etc.

• Ensure drawings meet project specifications, local regulations, and accuracy standards.

• Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, and other design professionals to incorporate markups and revisions.

• Perform site visits to understand project scope and verify existing conditions.

• Maintain organized records of drawings, design iterations, and approvals.

• Assist in preparing BOQs, as-built drawings, and submission packages when required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2–4 years of proven experience as a Civil Draftsman

• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit or Civil 3D is a plus

• Must be able to speak Hindi or Tagalog (for team/site coordination)

• Knowledge of UAE construction standards and authority approvals is an advantage

• Diploma or technical degree in civil engineering or drafting

• Candidates currently on visit visa or those available immediately will be given priority

• Ability to handle multiple projects and work under tight deadlines