CAD/BIM Technician – Civil & Structural Job Tatu City

Technician Jobs, Tatu City Jobs. Looking for a technician job in Kenya? Tatu City is hiring a CAD/BIM Technician – Civil & Structural, skilled in 3D modeling, structural drafting, BIM coordination, and civil engineering design support.

Job Summary

Tatu City is seeking to hire a highly skilled and detail-oriented CAD/BIM Technician – Civil & Structural to support our engineering team on ambitious projects. This role demands a technical specialist capable of producing high-quality structural detailing and civil drawings for complex high-rise, industrial, and residential developments. The ideal candidate is a proactive modeler who will ensure the accuracy of our BIM models, coordinate seamlessly with other disciplines, and ensure strict adherence to international drafting standards.

Responsibilities

Drafting, Modeling & Technical Delivery:

• Produce detailed 2D construction drawings and 3D BIM models for reinforced concrete (RC), structural steel, and civil works for high-rise towers, industrial warehouses, and residential complexes.
• Develop complex detailing including rebar detailing (RC), steel connections, and general arrangement drawings in compliance with design specifications.
• Ensure all drawings and models strictly adhere to the company’s CAD/BIM standards and international coding conventions (e.g., ISO 19650 basics).
• Transform conceptual sketches and engineering calculations into accurate, construction-ready documentation.
•  Maintain and organize the project drawing library, ensuring version control and proper file management protocols are followed.

Coordination & Clash Detection:

• Utilize Navisworks to perform collision detection between structural elements and MEP/Architectural models; generate clash reports and resolve conflicts prior to site issuance.
• Liaise effectively with Architects, MEP technicians, and Engineers to ensure a seamless, integrated design delivery.
• Assist in the preparation of “As-Built” drawings and models based on site mark-ups and field changes.

Site Support & Quality Control:

• Review construction drawings for accuracy, feasibility, and constructability before final approval.
• Conduct periodic site visits to verify that construction works align with the issued structural details and models.
• Support the engineering team in quantity take-offs (BOQ support) extracted directly from BIM models.

Requirements

Skills and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a Diploma from a specialized technical institute is required.
• Experience: A minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years of progressive experience in drafting and detailing for residential, industrial, and high-rise building projects.
• BIM Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in BIM modeling and coordination.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency is mandatory in AutoCAD, Revit (Structure), and Navisworks. Awareness of Civil 3D, CADS RC, or structural analysis software (e.g., Prota Structure) is a distinct advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction methodologies reinforced concrete detailing rules (e.g., standard hooks, laps), and structural steel sections.

How to Apply

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