Job Title:Design & Drafting Specialist (CAD/BIM)
Location: Kiambu County

Job Purpose:
To develop accurate technical drawings and coordinate on-site execution, ensuring projects meet design specifications, quality standards, and timelines.

Duties:
• Create technical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and architectural plans based on given specifications and calculations.
• Prepare and present detailed drawings of architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by architect.
• Review engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.
• Use computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software to prepare drawings.
• Supervise contractor and vendor work to reduce project delays through proactive planning
• Ensure contractor compliance with project specifications
• Identify areas for process optimization and implement best practices for continuous improvement
• Ensuring conformance – to customer specifications, company standards other regulation requirements
• Ensure equipment installation quality
• Conduct regular safety inspections/compliance
• Ensure all workers follow PPE and hazard prevention measures
• Ensure adherence to engineering and industry standards
• Assist in budget estimation and control project expenses
• Monitor and manage inventory of construction materials
• Identify cost-saving opportunities
• Ensure procurement follows cost-effective methods
• Guide and train workers on technical skills and safety
• Develop team members for future leadership roles
• Maintain detailed project records and documentation
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Ensure clear and transparent communication in projects
• Track and report any project risks or bottlenecks and Address project-related concerns from workers and management

Requirements

Requirements
• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or Technical Drawing from recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks
• 8 to 10 years of experience as a draftsman
• Strong understanding of architectural and engineering principles/technical skills
• Ability to translate concepts on to paper and to visualize things in three-dimensional terms
• Demonstrate commitment to accuracy and manual dexterity
• Great mathematical and cost management skills
• Must have experience with building information modelling (BIM) software
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and industry standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team