Senior HVAC Draughtsman

The Opportunity

• We're looking for a highly capable, hands-on Senior HVAC Draughtsman. This role is open to all nationalities (UAE / Gulf experience preferred).

What you'll do

• Lead preparation and review of detailed HVAC shop drawings, coordinated drawings, duct layouts, and as-built drawings using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Perform advanced MEP coordination across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, architectural, structural, and interior design drawings to eliminate clashes.
• Produce accurate ducting layouts, isometric views, section details, riser diagrams, and equipment placement drawings.
• Develop Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCP) with air terminals, diffusers, grilles, and HVAC coordination details.
• Prepare and maintain AHU schedules, fan schedules, duct schedules, damper schedules, and material take-off drawings.
• Ensure all drawings comply with DEWA regulations, UAE standards, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, ASHRAE 90.1, SMACNA DW/144, and Dubai Green Building Regulations.
• Revise drawings based on consultant comments, RFIs, site conditions, and authority feedback in a timely manner.
• Mentor and guide junior draughtsmen and CAD operators on HVAC drafting standards, coordination techniques, and software best practices.
• Support HVAC engineers in preparing material submittals, shop drawing packages, and technical documentation for approvals.
• Maintain organized drawing registers, version control, transmittal logs, and document control processes for HVAC discipline.
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings and use Navisworks / Revit for clash detection and resolution.
• Prepare handover documentation packages including as-built drawings, O&M manual drawings, and test certificate drawings.
• Identify design conflicts early and raise RFIs/RFCs to ensure clash-free construction and smooth project execution.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / HVAC Drafting or related field.
• 6–10 years of MEP drafting experience with strong focus on HVAC systems in UAE construction projects (high-rise, commercial, residential, villas preferred).
• Expert proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit MEP (mandatory); Navisworks knowledge is a strong plus.
• Deep understanding of ASHRAE 90.1, SMACNA DW/144, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and Dubai Green Building Regulations.
• Proven experience in full HVAC coordination (ducting, air handling, chilled water, VRF) across multiple disciplines.
• Excellent attention to detail, drawing accuracy, and version control discipline.
• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Good English communication (Arabic is a plus).