1. Professional Profile / Position Purpose
A practical multi-discipline design resource able to support AAHG’s active projects by producing architectural drawings and coordinated Revit/AutoCAD outputs, maintaining disciplined revision control, preparing submission and presentation packages, and supporting cost estimation, benchmarking, value engineering and material research. The role is intended as an interim consolidated position for one capable person to cover architecture production, drafting accuracy, cost awareness and material comparison support under management direction.
2. Core ResponsibilitiesA. Architectural Design Documentation & Production
· Prepare architectural drawings, details, schedules, layouts, sections, elevations and model content across project stages.
· Translate design intent, sketches, comments and mark-ups into coordinated Revit / AutoCAD outputs with correct dimensions, annotations, tags and references.
· Support preparation of drawing packs, presentation materials, submission binders and management review packages.
· Ensure design consistency with project briefs, approved mark-ups, internal standards and authority requirements.
B. Drafting, Revision Control & Document Discipline
· Maintain high-accuracy CAD/Revit production, including plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules and drawing set compilation.
· Apply AAHG layering, annotation, plotting, naming, folder and filing standards.
· Maintain strict revision control, including revision clouds, numbering, drawing registers and superseded archives.
· Coordinate with the Document Controller to ensure only the latest approved drawings are issued and archived.
C. Design Coordination & Technical Support
· Coordinate with MEP, Structural and internal design teams to identify inconsistencies, resolve basic clashes and update drawings accordingly.
· Support RFIs, consultant queries and internal clarifications through technical sketches, marked-up drawings and written comments.
· Escalate conflicting instructions, missing information, compliance concerns or cost-sensitive issues before issuance.
· Attend coordination meetings when required and maintain clear action follow-up related to assigned drawings and cost/material items.
D. Cost Estimation, Benchmarking & Budget Support
· Prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates by trade and design package based on drawings, specifications and UAE market rates.
· Maintain cost plans, estimate registers and cost breakdowns as the design develops.
· Benchmark consultant estimates against internal references, supplier inputs and market trends; flag major variances and cost drivers early.
· Prepare cost variance summaries and support management briefing notes for budget alignment.
E. Value Engineering & Material Research
· Research alternative materials and systems based on performance, durability, availability, lead time, maintenance impact and cost-benefit.
· Prepare material comparison matrices, supplier/product data sheets and recommendation summaries for review.
· Support VE exercises by quantifying savings, identifying risks and documenting pros, cons and performance impacts.
· Coordinate with design leads to ensure approved VE and material changes are reflected in drawings, specifications and registers.
F. Quality, Compliance & Reporting
· Perform self-checks before issuing drawings, estimates, comparison sheets or presentation documents.
· Support authority submission packages by preparing layouts, legends, notes, schedules and drawing sets as directed.
· Maintain drawing logs, cost estimate registers, VE logs, material comparison records and weekly task updates.
· Contribute to improvement of templates, checklists, typical details, cost databases and material libraries.
3. Key Deliverables / Outputs
· Architectural drawings, details, schedules and coordinated Revit/AutoCAD model outputs per assigned scope.
· Compiled drawing packages for internal review, consultant coordination, authority submission, tender or IFC support.
· Updated drawing registers, revision records and properly archived superseded issues.
· Trade-wise cost estimates, budget support sheets and cost variance summaries.
· Benchmarking database updates, supplier references and market rate comparisons.
· VE logs, validated savings calculations and material cost/performance comparison matrices.
· Presentation boards, submission binders, management briefing notes and weekly progress updates.
4. Decision-Making Authority
· Prepare and update drawings, cost sheets and material comparison documents under supervision.
· Issue draft cost review comments, benchmarking findings and material comparison inputs for management review.
· Recommend VE and material alternatives with clear savings, limitations and technical impacts.
· Stop and escalate when conflicting instructions, missing data, outdated revisions or unsupported cost claims are identified.
· Request substantiation for unverified cost assumptions, material claims or savings calculations before inclusion in official records.
5. Key Interfaces
Internal Interfaces
External Interfaces
Design Manager / General Manager; Senior Architect / Head of Architecture; MEP and Structure teams; Document Controller; Procurement / Finance, as applicable.
Consultants for coordination clarifications; cost consultants, suppliers and manufacturers for pricing, technical data sheets and material references, as directed.
6. Required Qualifications & Experience
· Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related discipline.
· Preferably 7–10 years of combined experience in architectural documentation, drafting, coordination, cost estimation, benchmarking, VE and/or material research for large-scale UAE projects.
· Strong ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, details and design mark-ups.
· Working knowledge of UAE authority submission requirements and common design-stage documentation standards.
· Hands-on experience with design coordination, drawing registers, revision control and submission package preparation.
7. Technical Skills
Skill Area
Required Capability
Architecture & Drafting
Plans, sections, elevations, details, schedules, drawing coordination, CAD/Revit standards and plotting.
Software
AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360 / shared platforms where applicable, MS Office, Advanced Excel, PDF tools; visualization tools are an advantage.
Cost & VE
Trade-wise estimating, BOQ-level thinking, market-rate benchmarking, variance analysis, savings validation and VE documentation.
Material Research
Supplier research, data sheet review, material comparison, cost/performance/lifecycle evaluation and material library support.
Documentation Control
Drawing registers, revision logs, file naming, superseded archives, issue sheets and traceable records.
Coordination
Architecture/MEP/Structure interface awareness, RFI support, clash/discrepancy identification and escalation discipline.
8. Behavioral Competencies
· Very high attention to detail, accuracy and consistency.
· Analytical mindset with strong integrity in numbers and technical records.
· Reliable under tight deadlines and able to manage multiple workstreams at the same time.
· Clear communicator who can explain technical and cost issues to non-specialist stakeholders.
· Collaborative, responsive and open to feedback while maintaining proper escalation discipline.
· Structured documentation habits and strong follow-up ownership.
9. Suggested KPI Framework for the Role
Category
KPI
Target / Timeline
Drawing Accuracy
Issued drawings are coordinated, checked and compliant with AAHG standards.
100% self-checked before issue; minimum rework.
Revision Control
Drawing registers, revision records and superseded versions are maintained.
Continuous; zero outdated drawings issued.
Coordination Closure
MEP/Structure/internal comments incorporated or escalated before issue.
100% actioned or escalated before submission.
Cost Estimate Quality
Cost estimates and variance reports are supported by clear assumptions and references.
Continuous; major cost drivers flagged early.
VE Support
VE options include quantified savings, risks and technical impacts.
Minimum 10% savings opportunities targeted where feasible.
Material Research
Material comparison sheets include cost, availability, durability and performance criteria.
Per package / as requested.
Timeliness
Assigned drawings, cost sheets, registers and reports completed as planned.
100% within approved deadlines or escalated early.
10. Working Conditions
· Dubai-based role supporting fast-paced design deliverables and submission requirements.
· Frequent coordination with internal design teams, consultants, suppliers, procurement and finance as required.
· Peak workload expected during drawing submissions, tender preparation, VE exercises and management review deadlines.
· Occasional site or supplier visits may be required for verification, material review or coordination.
11. Practical Note
This combined role should be treated as an interim solution. One person can support the three functions only if priorities, deadlines and approval authority are clearly managed. Final design approvals, commercial commitments and major VE decisions should remain with the relevant manager or authorized approver.
Salary Range: AED 10,000 to 15,000
