About this role
Draftsman
Job Type Full Time Qualification Diploma , Vocational
Experience
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Engineering / Technical
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepare detailed architectural, structural, mechanical, or electrical drawings, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and schedules.
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Produce precise technical drawings from preliminary sketches, field measurements, and engineering specifications using AutoCAD, Revit, ArchiCAD, or SolidWorks.
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Review drawings for dimensions, technical consistency, and compliance with building regulations and technical standards.
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Perform drawing revisions, process design amendments, and prepare final as-built drawings following project completion.
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Assist with site surveys and field measurements to gather accurate technical data for project layouts.
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Prepare drawing packages for submission to clients, regulatory authorities, consultants, and construction teams.
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Organize and maintain a structured digital archiving system for drawing revisions and technical documentation.
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Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and quantity surveyors throughout the project lifecycle.
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Certificate or Diploma in Drafting, Architectura Technology, Building Technology, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
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Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and advanced CAD applications; familiarity with BIM software (Revit), Civil 3D, or SolidWorks is highly desirable.
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Practical understanding of construction standards, building regulations, and 3D modeling/visualization principles.
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Familiarity with field surveying techniques and physical measurement gathering.
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High level of precision, technical drawing capabilities, and sharp attention to detail.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.