AutoCAD Draughtsman

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one
of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses
headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating
divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare;
employing more than ‎35,000 employees across more than ‎20 countries in the
Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over ‎200 of the
world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's
entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to
continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers
within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity;
Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our
customers each and every day
Overview of the role

Responsible for the preparation / revising of AFC workshop drawings, following
design information from the Consultant or Specialist Sub-Contractors. All 2D
drawings (AutoCAD) to be extracted from 3D models (Revit).

What you will do

• Developing 2D engineering drawings from the 3D model / IFC design information into submission drawings with minimal supervision - GA Shop Drawings, Blockwork Shop Drawings, Tiling Shop Drawings, RCP Shop Drawings.


• Collate information from related Arch / Struct / MEP consultant's drawings / RFI responses / SI / amendments advised by sub-contractors and incorporate them into the appropriate workshop drawings.


• Developing and submitting drawings for Authorities' approval - trial pits drawings, DEWA drawings, DM drawings, DCD drawings.


• BIM Model - accurately 3D model within Revit and extract 2D drawing information. Ensure BIM Model is always current and updated as required.


• Visit site and liaise closely with site staff to review AFC self-delivered package requirements.


• Check drawings prepared by others are fully coordinated and accurate.


• Ensure maintenance of department records, CAD standards, drawing filing and retrieval systems.


• Monitor and review own short-term work load programme and that of a small to medium sized team to ensure timely delivery of drawings.


• Help drive staff development and good working practice.

Required Skills to be successful

• Diploma in Architecture / Civil / Structural Engineering / MEP or related discipline.


• In depth knowledge of the use of AutoCAD and Revit.


• Must have experience in concrete reinforcement detailing and coordination.

What equips you for the role

• ‎10 years' experience in construction.


• Experience of supervising other draughting staff.
  About Al Futtaim Construction
  AFC is a locally registered and managed building and civil contractor, a
  wholly owned Al-Futtaim group company. We focus on providing an excellent
  service to our select list of key customers with whom we aim to build long-
  term, mutually beneficial relationships. With our roots going back over ‎41
  years, our principal activities have grown to cover a broad range of building,
  civil engineering, and infrastructure works.
  The company's successes have resulted in consistent turnover of over AED2
  Billion with one of the largest local work forces in the industry, a testament
  to our core knowledge, competency and experience. We approach projects by
  working collaboratively with our customers and their design teams to deliver
  build-able, cost effective solutions using innovative techniques when
  required.