CAD / GIS Specialist (United Arab Emirates) Abu Dhabi

Requirements

Candidates must have a degree in Civil Engineering, GIS, or a related field with 8-12 years of relevant experience in infrastructure projects. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS is required, along with familiarity with UAE infrastructure standards.

Job Summary

Company Description
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced CAD / GIS Specialist with experience in infrastructure and urban development projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing CAD drawings, GIS databases, utility mapping, and digital spatial information to support engineering design, construction supervision, stakeholder coordination, and asset handover. The role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of engineering drawings and geospatial data throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
CAD & Engineering Drawing Management
Prepare, review, and update engineering drawings in accordance with project standards, specifications, and client requirements.
Maintain drawing registers and ensure proper revision control throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with civil, utilities, structural, landscape, and other engineering disciplines to produce coordinated construction and as-built drawings.
Verify drawing accuracy, completeness, and compliance before submission to clients and regulatory authorities.
Support engineering teams by preparing detailed plans, profiles, sections, and construction details.
GIS & Spatial Data Management
Develop, maintain, and update GIS databases for roads, utilities, drainage, public realm, and other infrastructure assets.
Integrate survey data, utility records, as-built information, and spatial datasets into GIS platforms.
Produce thematic maps, utility layouts, spatial analyses, and digital mapping products to support engineering, planning, and stakeholder coordination.
Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of geospatial information throughout project delivery.
Manage coordinate systems, spatial referencing, and GIS data standards.
Utility & Stakeholder Coordination
Prepare utility conflict drawings, interface plans, and authority submission drawings.
Support utility coordination by integrating records from multiple utility authorities into a unified GIS environment.
Prepare CAD and GIS documentation required for NOCs, permits, and stakeholder approvals.
Coordinate with utility authorities, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to resolve spatial and utility conflicts.
Construction Support & Asset Handover
Update construction progress drawings and maintain accurate as-built documentation.
Support testing, commissioning, and final asset handover by preparing GIS asset databases and CAD deliverables.
Coordinate with survey teams to validate completed works, utility locations, and asset records.
Ensure all final deliverables comply with client and authority requirements.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain electronic drawing libraries, GIS databases, and digital project records.
Generate maps, layouts, graphical presentations, and reports for project management and client submissions.
Ensure compliance with document control procedures and digital data management standards.
Support project teams by providing timely and accurate CAD and GIS deliverables.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in one of the following disciplines: Civil Engineering / Surveying /Geographic Information Systems (GIS) /Geomatics /CAD Technology Or a related engineering discipline
Experience
8–12 years of relevant experience in CAD and GIS for infrastructure or urban development projects.
Proven experience supporting roads, utilities, drainage, water, sewerage, electrical, telecommunications, irrigation, and public realm projects.
Experience preparing authority submissions, as-built drawings, utility mapping, and GIS asset databases.
Familiarity with UAE infrastructure standards and authority requirements is highly desirable.
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in:
AutoCAD
Civil 3D
ArcGIS
Other GIS/CAD software
Strong understanding of:
Engineering drawing standards
Utility mapping
Coordinate systems
Geospatial data management
Experience with:
BIM integration
Document Management Systems (e.g., Asite)
Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects – both in your local community and on a global scale – that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community – where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

State/Province: Abu Dhabi
Business Group: DCS
Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED – AL AIN
Business Line: Water
Work Location Model: On-Site
Operating Group: International
Primary Location: AE – Al Ain, UAE – Al Ain Square – S

Responsibilities

The role involves developing and managing CAD drawings and GIS databases to support infrastructure and urban development projects. Key duties include coordinating utility mapping, preparing authority submissions, and ensuring accurate asset handover documentation.

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