Senior Draftsman

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Architectural Drafter to prepare and revise shop drawings, coordinating between architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines. You will produce accurate as-built drawings and review IFC docs to ensure compliance with standards and local regulations.

The role requires 7+ years in construction, strong AutoCAD skills, and UAE experience, with a focus on coordinating with site teams and consultants to resolve drawing issues.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in architecture or drafting.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, preferably with a main contractor.
• Strong experience in building/construction projects.
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise architectural shop drawings in accordance with project requirements.
• Develop coordination drawings by integrating architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.
• Produce accurate as-built drawings based on site modifications and completed works.
• Review IFC drawings, specifications, and project documents prior to drafting.
• Coordinate with project engineers, subcontractors, and site teams to resolve drawing-related issues.
• Ensure all drawings comply with project standards, local regulations, and developer requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of drawing revisions and approvals.
• Support project teams with technical drafting and design coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Coordination skills

Reading drawings

Shop drawings

Education

Diploma or degree in architecture/drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

• Prepare and revise architectural shop drawings in accordance with project requirements.

• Develop coordination drawings by integrating architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.

• Produce accurate as-built drawings based on site modifications and completed works.

• Review IFC drawings, specifications, and project documents prior to drafting.

• Coordinate with project engineers, subcontractors, and site teams to resolve drawing-related issues.

• Ensure all drawings comply with project standards, local regulations, and developer requirements.

• Maintain proper documentation and records of drawing revisions and approvals.

• Support project teams with technical drafting and design coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in architecture, Drafting

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, preferably with a main contractor.

• Strong experience in building/construction projects.

• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit

• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings

• Experience in shop drawings, coordination drawings, and as-built drawings.

• Strong coordination skills with consultants and site teams.

• UAE construction experience is must