AutoCAD Draftsman – Interior Fit-Out

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Prepare fit-out shop drawings for partitions, ceilings, flooring, finishes, joinery, custom furniture, architectural details, and sections.
• Develop and coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and firefighting MEP shop drawings with architectural and interior drawings.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to avoid site conflicts.
• Draw structural modifications such as slab and wall openings and approved beam or column modifications, coordinating with structural engineers.
• Review consultant drawings, specifications, and IFC documents and convert them into accurate shop drawings.
• Incorporate authority requirements, consultant comments, and site conditions into drawings.
• Support site teams with as-built drawings, revisions, and technical clarifications.
• Maintain drawing registers and ensure timely submissions and approvals.

Qualifications and experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.
• The posting states a minimum of 7–15 years of proven experience in interior fit-out shop drawings and detailed interior design drawings.
• It separately lists five years of draughting experience and asks about five years of UAE experience preparing technical drawings for interior design and fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of fit-out construction methods, MEP coordination, services integration, joinery detailing and fabrication drawings, and structural elements and modifications.
• Strong understanding of construction standards, specifications, and local authority requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A drafting/design diploma or additional certification is an advantage. Fit-out contractor background and fast-track or high-end project experience are preferred.

Tools and technical skills

• Expert-level AutoCAD proficiency is mandatory; Revit is preferred.
• MS Office is listed.
• The role requires coordination of MEP services, interior and structural drawings, and joinery details.

Compensation

• Pay is AED 5,000–7,000 per month.

Workplace and employment

• Full-time, permanent position in Dubai, UAE.
• Work location is in person.