Structural Draughtsman (Villas)

Job description / Role

Our Tier 1 Main Contracting Client has a new requirement for a well experienced Civil / Structural Draughtsman to join their team in Abu Dhabi to work on high profile new VVIP Villa and Mansion projects. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Structural Draughtsman with strong knowledge in RCC frames, structural steel and rebar working on high profile villa and mansion projects in the UAE with preference given to those with prior experience working for recognised Main Contracting Companies

This role is available for immediate joining and is hiring on a temporary to permanent basis as an initial 6 month contract position, outsourced through J10 Consulting, with the option to transfer to staff after 6 months to suit all parties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed structural drawings, layouts, and shop drawings based on engineering designs and project specifications.
• Develop and update AutoCAD/Revit structural models in compliance with local authority standards (Dubai Municipality, UAE codes).
• Coordinate with structural engineers, architects, and MEP teams to ensure drawing accuracy and design consistency.
• Produce reinforcement detailing (rebar drawings) for slabs, beams, columns, shear walls, and foundations.
• Review IFC drawings, tender documents, and highlight discrepancies or design conflicts.
• Ensure all structural drafting work is aligned with project schedules and quality requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and version control of drawings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist site teams by providing as-built drawings and resolving technical drawing queries.
• Follow strict UAE construction standards and safety compliance in drafting works.

Structural CAD Draughtsman Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 6 years of recent progressive experience (at least 3 years in the UAE with recognised Main Contracting companies)
• The ideal candidate must have strong CAD draughting experience, ideally working on Villas and Mansions projects
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit and MS Office
• Ability to communicate clearly in English
• Ability to work under own initiative to meet deadlines and submissions.

About the Company

J10 Consulting are Construction Recruitment experts in the Middle East.

We help businesses and careers grow by delivering Temporary Contract & Permanent Contingency hiring solutions within Construction & Engineering in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain & Kuwait

J10 Consulting provide collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of both client and candidate requirements to cover temporary and permanent requirements across a number of vertical markets within Construction & Engineering.