Senior BIM / GIS Drafting Engineer – AECOM – Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
This role provides advanced BIM, GIS, and technical drafting support for major infrastructure projects across Dubai. Responsibilities include preparing and updating detailed design drawings, coordinating with engineers, tracking underground utilities, conducting site verification, and ensuring all drawings comply with authority standards and AECOM CAD requirements.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering
Function: CAD-Drafting
Salary: 9000–12000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and revise technical drawings, layouts and as-built documentation using MicroStation and AutoCAD
* Interpret engineering inputs and produce accurate, detailed construction drawings
* Ensure drawings comply with RTA, DM, DEWA and AECOM CAD standards
* Track and verify existing sewerage, stormwater and irrigation networks using as-built DS, IRR and Roads data
* Conduct site surveys and coordinate with inspectors for field verification
* Update redline markups, section details, pipeline profiles and microtunneling shaft layouts
* Maintain organized digital records and drawing archives
* Review contractor as-built and shop drawings for accuracy and compliance
* Support drawing updates during construction to reflect approved changes
* Prepare utility coordination drawings to avoid service conflicts
* Coordinate closely with engineers, inspectors and document control teams for timely submissions
* Ensure all deliverables meet layering, scaling and title block standards
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Civil & Survey Engineering, Geomatics Engineering or related field
* Minimum 10 years of experience in BIM and GIS engineering
* Proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D, Autodesk MAP, Bentley MicroStation, InfraWorks
* Strong experience with Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Revit or Navisworks
* Strong understanding of utility layouts, as-built verification and CAD standards
* Ability to interpret engineering requirements and translate them into accurate drawings
* Strong coordination, communication and documentation skills
Skills Set
* BIM modeling and coordination
* GIS mapping and analysis
* MicroStation and AutoCAD drafting
* Utility coordination and verification
* As-built documentation
* Technical drawing preparation
* Field data collection and site verification
* CAD standards and QA compliance
Why Join Us
* Work on major infrastructure and transportation projects shaping Dubai
* Engage with advanced BIM, GIS and digital engineering technologies
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across large-scale developments
* Grow within a company committed to digital innovation and engineering excellence
About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across transportation, water, buildings, energy and environmental projects. With strong regional expertise and global technical capabilities, AECOM helps clients design and build resilient, future-ready communities across the GCC.



