Senior Draftsman

Role Summary Responsible for preparing and coordinating accurate technical drawings for civil and structural projects using CAD software, supporting project requirements from design through construction and as-built documentation. Key Responsibilities - Prepare complete and accurate working plans, sections, elevations, charts, scale drawings, and revisions for various projects using CAD software. - Assist in preparing setting-out layouts based on consultant and client drawings. - Prepare as-built drawings based on actual site execution. - Coordinate with site teams, clients, consultants, and line managers as required. - Assist the quantity surveying team by extracting quantities and areas from drawings. - Design layouts, sections, and detailed drawings for civil and structural projects, including roads, drainage, earthworks, grading profiles, and topographic maps. - Prepare drawings and mark-ups with minimal supervision. - Prepare and submit shop drawings for ongoing projects. - Perform quantity and area take-offs from drawings. - Attend meetings with line managers to discuss project progress. - Supervise junior draftsmen and drafting personnel. - Carry out scanning and printing work for projects and divisions as requested. - Perform office administration tasks, prepare work schedules, and raise invoices for sections/divisions. - Follow document control procedures, numbering systems, and maintain electronic archives of shop drawings and as-built drawings. - Prepare Bar Bending Schedules (BBS). - Prepare proposal drawings for tender submissions. Qualifications, Skills and Experience - Diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Draughtsman qualification. - Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience. - GCC experience preferred. - Proficiency in drafting software such as: - AutoCAD - MicroStation - Civil 3D - Other project-specific drafting applications. - Strong knowledge of architectural, civil, and structural drafting practices. - Knowledge in: - Electrical drawings - Mechanical drawings - Plumbing drawings - HVAC drawings. - Ability to prepare shop drawings, as-built drawings, and proposal drawings for tender submissions. - Ability to perform quantity and area take-offs from drawings. - Good coordination and communication skills to work with site teams, clients, consultants, and project managers. - Ability to supervise and guide junior draftsmen. - Knowledge of document control procedures, drawing numbering systems, and electronic archiving. - Ability to prepare Bar Bending Schedules (BBS).