Architectural Draftsman

UCC Holding; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding seeks an Architectural Draftsman for luxury hospitality projects in the region. The role focuses on preparing shop drawings, coordinating across disciplines, and ensuring compliance with project standards.

With 6+ years of experience, you will manage revisions, RFIs, and as-built documentation, supporting project teams from design through handover.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Architecture or related field.
• 6+ years as Architectural Draftsman on large-scale projects.
• Experience with luxury hotels or high-end fit-out.
• GCC experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain architectural shop drawings, fit-out details, joinery, façade, finishes, ceiling layouts, and room detail packages.
• Deliver accurate and timely drawing submissions aligned with project schedules.
• Coordinate Architectural, Structural, MEP, Interior Design, and Specialist Contractor drawings to identify and resolve clashes.
• Review subcontractor shop drawings for accuracy and constructability.
• Raise RFIs for design discrepancies and conflicts.
• Ensure CAD/Revit deliverables meet company standards and document control requirements.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, submissions, and controlled distribution of latest drawings.
• Manage hard and soft copy records of IFC, approved shop drawings, and technical documentation.
• Update and maintain as-built drawings based on site changes and red-line markups.
• Support project teams with technical drafting throughout project execution and handover.

Skills

Architectural drafting

Shop drawings coordination

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Clash coordination

RFI management

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Job description

Architectural Draftsman – Luxury Hospitality Projects

Role Summary

Responsible for the preparation, coordination, and management of architectural shop drawings, fit-out details, and as-built documentation for luxury hospitality projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, consultant requirements, and Tier 1 contractor standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain architectural shop drawings, fit-out details, joinery, façade, finishes, ceiling layouts, and room detail packages.
• Deliver accurate and timely drawing submissions in line with project schedules and construction requirements.
• Coordinate Architectural, Structural, MEP, Interior Design, and Specialist Contractor drawings to identify and resolve clashes.
• Review subcontractor shop drawings for accuracy, quality, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Raise RFIs for design discrepancies, missing information, and technical conflicts.
• Ensure all CAD/Revit deliverables meet company standards, project procedures, and document control requirements.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, submissions, and controlled distribution of the latest approved drawings.
• Manage hard and soft copy records of IFC, approved shop drawings, and technical documentation.
• Update and maintain as-built drawings based on approved site changes, RFIs, sketches, and red-line markups.
• Support project teams with technical drafting and coordination throughout project execution and handover.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related discipline.
• 6+ years of experience as an Architectural Draftsman on large-scale building projects.
• Proven experience on luxury hotels, hospitality, high-end fit-out, or mixed-use developments.
• Experience with Tier 1 contractors is highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit/BIM knowledge preferred.
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing, fit-out construction, finishes, joinery, façade systems, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• GCC experience, preferably within Saudi Arabia.

Preferred Project Experience:

Luxury Hotels, Resorts, Branded Residences, Palace Developments, and High-End Hospitality Fit-Out Projects.