Senior BIM CAD Technician - Utility Modelling

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Dubai is seeking a Senior BIM CAD Technician focused on utility modelling to transform engineering inputs into coordinated models and construction-ready drawings.

You will lead BIM production for wet and dry utilities, manage clash detection, ensure LOD compliance, and support submissions to Dubai authorities while coordinating with design engineers.

Experience in DEWA and Dubai Municipality standards, plus strong English communication, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years CAD/BIM experience in the Middle East/UAE.
• Hands-on utility pipe network modelling experience required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Navisworks.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify BIM models and CAD deliverables for utility infrastructure.
• Develop utility pipe networks using engineering data and design inputs.
• Coordinate daily production with BIM Managers, CAD Managers, Design Leads, and discipline engineers.
• Convert sketches and engineering information into arrangements, layouts, flow sheets, assemblies, isometrics, cross sections, routing plans, and detailed drawings.
• Take BIM activities through project setup, design development, coordination cycles, formal submissions, revisions, and final completion.
• Examine multidisciplinary models to identify conflicts and inconsistencies affecting utility corridors.
• Coordinate clash resolution and incorporate changes into controlled models and drawings.
• Track design inputs and highlight information gaps that could affect progress.
• Check drawings for technical accuracy, readability, and QA/QC compliance.
• Develop parametric and non-parametric content for BIM production.
• Extract quantities, schedules, and other information from models.
• Prepare layouts, routing plans, and cross sections.
• Maintain traceable records of design changes and revisions.

Skills

Utility pipe network modelling

AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil 3D

Navisworks

BIM model management

Clash detection

Model-based design review

ISO19650

Common Data Environment

Project coordination

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil 3D

Navisworks

MicroStation

Bentley ProjectWise

Autodesk Forma

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Senior BIM CAD Technician - Utility Modelling

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: CAD-Drafting

Experience: Minimum 10 years

Job Type: Full-time

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Salary: 15000-22000

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Role Context

The position serves as a technical production and coordination resource within multidisciplinary infrastructure design teams. Working across wet utilities, dry utilities, roads, and associated infrastructure interfaces, the Senior BIM CAD Technician will transform engineering inputs into coordinated models and construction-ready design documentation. Particular emphasis is placed on utility pipe network modelling, clash management, LOD compliance, model-based reviews, and controlled information exchange. Reliable execution of these activities helps expose conflicts before construction, improves design integration, and supports efficient client and authority submissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and modify BIM models and CAD deliverables for wet and dry utility infrastructure.
• Develop utility pipe networks using engineering criteria, survey information, existing utility data, and approved design inputs.
• Coordinate daily production requirements with BIM Managers, CAD Managers, Design Leads, and discipline engineers.
• Convert sketches and engineering information into arrangements, layouts, flow sheets, assemblies, isometrics, cross sections, routing plans, and detailed drawings.
• Take BIM activities through project setup, design development, coordination cycles, formal submissions, revisions, and final completion.
• Examine multidisciplinary models to identify physical conflicts, interface problems, and inconsistencies affecting utility corridors.
• Coordinate clash resolution with relevant disciplines and incorporate agreed changes into controlled models and drawings.
• Track design inputs and highlight information gaps that could affect modelling progress or submission dates.
• Check drawings for technical accuracy, readability, presentation, and compliance with established QA/QC procedures.
• Develop parametric and non-parametric content required for project-specific BIM production.
• Extract quantities, schedules, and other structured information from coordinated models.
• Prepare utility layouts, right-of-way information, routing plans, and infrastructure cross sections.
• Maintain traceable records of design changes, model revisions, drawing updates, and technical coordination decisions.
• Organize completed digital deliverables and supporting records within approved project information systems.
• Use Common Data Environment workflows to control model production, exchange, review, and document accessibility.
• Coordinate existing utility information against proposed infrastructure to reduce conflicts during design development.
• Apply relevant DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and RTA requirements when preparing infrastructure documentation.
• Participate in model-based design reviews and issue-management sessions with engineering teams.
• Improve CAD production efficiency through appropriate customization of tools, templates, and repetitive workflows.
• Share technical BIM knowledge with colleagues and support team development where appropriate.

Ideal Profile

The position requires a Bachelor 's degree or diploma in Civil Engineering. Applicants should bring a minimum of 10 years of CAD drafting and BIM experience in the Middle East or UAE, supported by substantial work on wet and dry utility infrastructure. At least 3 years of hands‑on utility pipe network modelling experience is required. Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, and Navisworks is essential. Working knowledge of MicroStation is preferred. Candidates should be experienced in Common Data Environment usage and management, particularly Autodesk Forma and Bentley ProjectWise for controlled model production. Strong knowledge of BIM processes and LOD requirements is necessary, together with practical experience in clash detection, issue management, and model-based design review. Infrastructure experience should include preparation of wet and dry utility models, layouts, right-of-way information, routing plans, and cross sections. Knowledge of DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and RTA standards is important for coordinating infrastructure designs and existing utilities within Dubai. Familiarity with ISO19650 and structured BIM information management practices will be advantageous. The role requires strong English communication, careful technical judgment, effective coordination skills, and the ability to manage several project deliverables against concurrent deadlines.

Skills Set

• Utility pipe network modelling
• Wet utility BIM
• Dry utility BIM
• Infrastructure CAD drafting
• Autodesk Civil 3D
• AutoCAD
• Navisworks
• MicroStation
• Autodesk Forma
• Bentley ProjectWise
• Common Data Environment
• BIM model management
• Clash detection
• Clash resolution
• Model federation
• Model-based design review
• Issue management
• LOD requirements
• ISO19650
• Utility corridor coordination
• Existing utility management
• Right-of-way preparation
• Utility routing plans
• Infrastructure cross sections
• Quantity extraction
• Model scheduling
• Parametric family creation
• Non-parametric content creation
• Engineering layouts
• Isometric drawings
• Design revision control
• Digital archiving
• Drawing QA/QC
• DEWA standards
• Dubai Municipality standards
• RTA standards
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• BIM documentation
• CAD customization
• Digital engineering workflows

Why Join Us

Utility-heavy infrastructure projects in Dubai increasingly depend on accurate digital models to coordinate congested corridors, existing services, road interfaces, and authority requirements before work reaches construction. This position places the successful candidate within that critical coordination process, providing meaningful responsibility for model quality, clash resolution, information control, and infrastructure design readiness. Working with Parsons Corporation also provides exposure to multidisciplinary engineering expertise and established digital delivery practices across major infrastructure assignments. Senior BIM and CAD professionals can broaden their capability in utility network modelling, Common Data Environment management, ISO-aligned workflows, and advanced infrastructure coordination while continuing to build their careers in Dubai 's active engineering market.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, transportation, and technology solutions for complex projects worldwide. Its UAE operations bring together civil engineering, digital design, BIM, project management, and construction expertise to support major roads, utility networks, community developments, and other critical infrastructure programs.