Drafter

AP Projects & Infrastructure; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore seeks a professional to assist in project performance forecasts and ensure material compliance. The role involves preparing AutoCAD site drawings, conducting site surveys, verifying plans, managing contracts, coordinating with stakeholders, and liaising with local authorities. Candidates need a Bachelor’s in Architecture or Civil Engineering and at least 1 year of relevant experience, along with proficiency in AutoCAD. Join us to contribute to notable projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience with LTA & SMRT projects or equivalent.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and technical drawing preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and production of AutoCAD site drawings to secure client approvals.
• Conduct site surveys to gather data for drawings and installation.
• Verify plans, drawings, and quantities for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage contract design documents to maintain project alignment.
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, contractors, and workforce for project progress.
• Liaise with local authorities for compliance with regulations.
• Engage with clients to communicate project status and updates.
• Prepare cost-effective material selections to optimize budgets.
• Produce site cutting lists for procurement activities.
• Finalize as-built drawings with quantity surveyors for claims.
• Prepare reports to document project progress and issues.
• Act as technical adviser on sites to resolve unforeseen technical difficulties.

Skills

Coordination skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Overview / Employee Value Proposition

It was established to provide a one stop solution for a wider variety of services and products. In the past six years it has completed a portfolio of reputable projects that decorates the cityscape. Be it public institutions, infrastructures, residential or commercial projects, there were variety of products and services involving the company.

It is truly a testimony of the trust and confidence that the building professionals of these projects have bestow on the company in recognition of it's ability to deliver on time and in accordance to the specifications.

Job Summary

Assist in the monthly forecasts of project performance and ensure all materials and work comply with specifications to support successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and production of AutoCAD site drawings and sketches to secure client approvals and support installation accuracy
• Conduct site surveys to gather data for drawings, setting out, and levelling to facilitate precise installation processes
• Verify plans, drawings, and quantities to ensure accuracy of calculations and compliance with contract requirements
• Manage, monitor, and interpret contract design documents provided by clients or architects to maintain project alignment
• Coordinate with consultants, PE engineers, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, and workforce to ensure timely submissions and project progress
• Liaise with local authorities to confirm compliance with construction regulations and by-laws relevant to the project
• Engage with clients and their representatives, including architects, engineers, and surveyors, by attending regular meetings to communicate project status and updates
• Prepare and propose cost-effective material selections and requisitions to optimize project budgets
• Produce site cutting lists to support procurement and fabrication activities
• Finalize as-built drawings in collaboration with quantity surveyors to facilitate accurate final claims
• Prepare detailed reports as required to document project progress and technical issues
• Act as the main technical adviser on construction sites to resolve unexpected technical difficulties and provide guidance to subcontractors, craftspeople, and operatives

Required Competencies And Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience with LTA & SMRT projects or equivalent
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and technical drawing preparation

Preferred Competencies And Qualifications

• Strong coordination skills demonstrated by managing multi-disciplinary teams and project stakeholders
• Problem-solving skills applied to resolve technical challenges and optimize project outcomes
• Effective communication skills to liaise with clients, authorities, and project teams