Civil Drafter

Job Description – Civil Draughtsman

Industry: Building Construction

Project Type: High-Rise Buildings

Minimum Experience: 5 Years

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Civil Draughtsman with a strong civil engineering background and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in high-rise building construction projects. The candidate must have excellent technical drawing skills and hands-on experience preparing detailed construction drawings, shop drawings, and as-built drawings in accordance with approved project specifications and site requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed civil, structural, and architectural drawings for high-rise building construction projects using AutoCAD.
• Develop shop drawings, working drawings, layout plans, sections, elevations, and construction details based on approved design drawings.
• Prepare and update as-built drawings to accurately reflect actual site conditions and executed works.
• Review architectural, structural, and civil drawings to identify discrepancies, dimensional errors, and coordination issues.
• Coordinate with civil engineers, site engineers, architects, consultants, and other project teams to ensure drawings meet construction requirements.
• Incorporate revisions and modifications based on consultant comments, site instructions, and approved design changes.
• Ensure drawings are accurate, clear, properly dimensioned, and compliant with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Assist the engineering team in resolving technical drawing discrepancies and site-related design issues.
• Maintain proper documentation, drawing registers, revision histories, and records of approved and submitted drawings.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of drawings to support project schedules and site progress.
• Interpret technical specifications, construction details, and engineering instructions to produce accurate drawings.
• Support site teams by providing updated drawings and necessary technical clarifications during construction.

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Civil Draughtsman.
• Civil engineering background is mandatory.
• Proven experience in high-rise building construction projects is essential.
• Diploma or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or a related technical field.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and technical drawing preparation.
• Practical experience in civil, structural, and architectural construction drawings.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, building layouts, dimensions, levels, sections, and elevations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and coordinate engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, consultants, and site construction teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with main contractors on high-rise residential or commercial building projects.
• Familiarity with UAE construction practices, consultant requirements, and drawing submission procedures.
• Knowledge of additional drafting or BIM software is an advantage.

Important: Candidates must have a civil engineering background and a minimum of 5 years of experience in high-rise building construction. Candidates without relevant high-rise building project experience will not be considered.