CAD Technician/BIM Modeler (Wet Utilities)
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About the Role
Zutari seeks a CAD/BIM Modeler for wet utilities to develop coordinated 3D BIM models and produce high-quality 2D design deliverables for utility infrastructure projects in the UAE.
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Responsibilities
- Produce high quality 2D drawings from BIM models and engineering markups
- Prepare plans, profiles, long sections, cross sections, details, schedules, legends, notes, and sheet layouts
- Develop concept, preliminary, detailed design, tender, authority submission, and IFC drawing packages
- Ensure design intent is clearly communicated through accurate detailing, annotation, and presentation
- Prepare and maintain drawing sheets, view templates, title blocks, legends, and revision records
- Perform smart tagging, scheduling, and annotation of model elements
- Support standardization and continuous improvement of drawing office practices and BIM detailing workflows
- Take ownership of drawing quality and presentation prior to issuance
- Develop coordinated wet and dry utility BIM models integrated with corridors, grading, and surface designs
- Apply approved object libraries, templates, and modelling standards to achieve project LOD/LOIN requirements
- Assist designers with utility alignments, pipe network layouts, utility crossings, and corridor interfaces
- Produce profiles, cross sections, and drawing extraction from Civil 3D models
Requirements
- Diploma or certificate in Civil Engineering, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field
- Strong practical experience in infrastructure CAD/BIM delivery, particularly within utilities and related civil works in the GCC
- Proven experience in CAD drafting/BIM modelling for utility infrastructure projects
- Experience working on wet utilities & dry utilities networks (potable water, foul sewer, Power, Telecom, etc.)
- Strong experience in AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D
- Experience preparing design documentation across multiple project stages
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams in a consultancy or contractor environment
- Familiarity with UAE or GCC infrastructure standards and project delivery environments
- Experience on projects in Dubai and/or Abu Dhabi
- Familiarity with Navisworks, Revit, and/or InfraWorks
- Experience working within Common Data Environments such as ACC/Forma or ProjectWise
- Experience supporting authority submissions and IFC stage deliverables in the UAE
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About the Role
- Zutari is seeking a CAD/BIM Modeler Wet Utilities to support the delivery of utility infrastructure projects.
- The role will focus on the development, coordination, and production of high quality 2D and 3D CAD/BIM models and drawings for utility networks and associated civil infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities Detailing and Drawing Production
- Produce high quality 2D drawings from BIM models and engineering markups.
- Prepare plans, profiles, long sections, cross sections, details, schedules, legends, notes, and sheet layouts.
- Develop concept, preliminary, detailed design, tender, authority submission, and IFC drawing packages.
- Ensure design intent is clearly communicated through accurate detailing, annotation, and presentation.
- Prepare and maintain drawing sheets, view templates, title blocks, legends, and revision records.
- Perform smart tagging, scheduling, and annotation of model elements.
- Support standardization and continuous improvement of drawing office practices and BIM detailing workflows.
- Take ownership of drawing quality and presentation prior to issuance.
Key Responsibilities Utilities Modelling
- Develop coordinated wet and dry utility BIM models integrated with corridors, grading, and surface designs, ensuring accurate representation of approved engineering design intent.
- Apply approved object libraries, templates, and modelling standards to achieve project LOD/LOIN requirements.
- Assist designers with utility alignments, pipe network layouts, utility crossings, and corridor interfaces.
- Produce profiles, cross sections, and drawing extraction from Civil 3D models.
- Support quantity take offs, schedules, and material reporting.
- Assist in maintaining model integrity between design, drafting, and BIM deliverables.
Key Responsibilities Multidisciplinary Coordination
- Support BIM Coordinators in model federation, clash detection, interference checking, and multidisciplinary coordination activities.
- Collaborate with Designers and Engineers to ensure engineering changes are accurately incorporated into models and drawings.
- Coordinate utility models with roads, earthworks, structures, and other disciplines.
- Participate in model reviews, project workshops, and coordination meetings.
- Identify and communicate modelling, detailing, and coordination issues to the BIM Coordinator and project team.
- Support resolution of clashes and interface conflicts through ongoing model reviews and coordination activities.
- Work closely with BIM Coordinators and Information Managers to support coordinated information delivery, model quality, and compliance with project BIM requirements.
Key Responsibilities Standards and Quality Assurance
- Apply project and company CAD/BIM standards, naming conventions, templates, and LOD/LOIN requirements.
- Ensure deliverables are produced in line with client requirements and UAE authority standards.
- Support QA/QC reviews and incorporate review comments in a timely manner.
- Ensure BIM objects and model elements contain the required project information, classifications, and attributes.
- Follow project information management procedures and approved Common Data Environment (CDE) workflows.
- Support delivery milestones defined within project programmes, MIDPs, and TIDPs.
Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Support
- Work to agreed programmes and deliverables schedules.
- Collaborate effectively within a fast paced engineering environment.
- Contribute to continuous improvement in digital delivery workflows and modelling efficiency.
Requirements
- Strong practical experience in infrastructure CAD/BIM delivery, particularly within utilities and related civil works in the GCC.
- Proven experience in CAD drafting/BIM modelling for utility infrastructure projects.
- Experience working on wet utilities & dry utilities networks, including combinations of potable water, foul sewer, Power, Telecom, and other systems.
- Strong experience in AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D.
- Experience preparing design documentation across multiple project stages.
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams in a consultancy or contractor environment.
- Familiarity with UAE or GCC infrastructure standards and project delivery environments.
- Experience on projects in Dubai and/or Abu Dhabi.
- Familiarity with Navisworks, Revit, and/or InfraWorks.
- Experience working within Common Data Environments such as ACC/Forma or ProjectWise.
- Experience supporting authority submissions and IFC stage deliverables in the UAE.
Qualifications
- Minimum: Diploma or certificate in Civil Engineering, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Preferred: Additional BIM/CAD certification or Autodesk software training.
- Preferred: Relevant technical diploma with infrastructure or utilities drafting/modelling focus.
Technical Skills
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Civil 3D
- ACC / Forma
- Navisworks
- Microsoft Office tools
- Advantageous: Revit, Bentley ProjectWise, InfraWorks, Dynamo and automation tools, Model coordination and clash detection workflows
Behavioural Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and drawing accuracy
- Ability to interpret engineering mark ups, sketches, and design intent
- Good coordination and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
- Proactive approach to problem solving and clash resolution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
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