Behind every successful construction project is a team of highly skilled professionals working quietly behind the scenes and the drafter is one of the most essential among them. A well-established construction firm in Singapore is currently looking for a experienced CAD Drafter – Structural Drafter to join their technical team on a full-time basis. This role is ideal for someone who has built solid experience in civil and structural drafting, understands the technical demands of real construction projects, and takes pride in producing precise, accurate, and compliant drawings. With a competitive monthly salary ranging from SGD 4,000 to SGD 4,750, this is one of the more rewarding full-time drafting jobs available in Singapore’s construction and engineering sector right now.
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Company Overview
This is a reputable construction and engineering company with an active project portfolio that spans civil, structural, and mechanical and electrical works across Singapore. The company is known for upholding strong technical standards, delivering projects within schedule, and maintaining a professional work environment where skilled contributors are genuinely valued. Their team brings together engineers, project managers, and technical drafters who work collaboratively to translate design concepts into buildable, compliant construction documents. As the company continues to grow its project pipeline — including upcoming works at the Bayfront site — they are investing in the right people to support that expansion.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed technical drawings and comprehensive layout plans using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment, ensuring all outputs strictly align with project specification provisions and engineering requirements
- Maintain and regularly update the monthly master drawing list to ensure all document records remain accurate, traceable, and accessible to the wider project team
- Review and critically analyze project specifications, preliminary sketches, engineering calculations, and interrelated technical data to evaluate all factors that could influence design decisions, procedures, and compliance guidelines
- Draft precise, detailed scale plans for Civil and Structural (C and S) and Mechanical and Electrical (M and E) works based on engineering concepts, specification sheets, and approved design data
- Apply mathematical computations and technical formulas to develop and finalize detailed specifications for systems and equipment using computer-assisted drafting tools
- Identify design deficiencies or coordination conflicts and modify drawings accordingly to correct operating issues and ensure absolute clarity of design intent
- Prepare and produce shop drawings, as-built drawings, and construction drawings that meet engineers’ requirements, project standards, and contractual obligations
- Coordinate closely with engineers, project managers, and site teams to ensure drawing outputs support seamless on-site execution
- Support additional technical and administrative duties as directed by senior engineering staff
Qualifications
What You Need to Qualify:
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on working experience in a CAD drafting or structural drafting role within the construction or civil engineering industry
- A Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification is preferred though strong practical experience will also be seriously considered
- Demonstrated experience in design management, steel structure detailing, and design development workflows
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; working knowledge of Civil 3D and Building Information Modelling (BIM) software is a strong advantage
- Competent in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and project coordination tasks
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data accurately
- Detail-oriented with a disciplined approach to document control and drawing accuracy
- Able to work independently and manage multiple drawing deliverables within project timelines
Good to Have:
- Prior exposure to both C and S and M and E drafting across commercial or civil construction projects
- Experience working within a structured design management or project delivery environment
- Familiarity with Singapore construction standards and local regulatory drawing requirements
Benefits and Perks
For professionals who take their craft seriously, this role offers more than just a paycheck it offers a genuine platform to grow within a technically demanding and professionally rewarding environment. Here is what comes with the position:
- Monthly salary of SGD 4,000 to SGD 4,750 a competitive and well-structured pay range that reflects the technical value of this role
- Full-time employment with long-term job stability in Singapore’s consistently active construction and infrastructure sector
- Opportunity to work across multiple high-profile project sites, including the upcoming Bayfront site office expanding your professional portfolio and site exposure
- Collaborative work environment alongside experienced engineers and project professionals who support skill development and technical growth
- A role where your precision and technical contributions are directly visible in the built environment real work with real impact
- Initial placement at the West site, with a planned transition to the Bayfront site office as the project progresses offering variety and career continuity within the same organization
How to Apply
If you have the drafting skills, the technical background, and the drive to contribute to meaningful construction projects in Singapore, this opportunity is well worth your attention.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The hiring team is actively reviewing applications, so the sooner you apply, the better your chances of securing this role before it is filled. Your next step forward in the construction industry starts with a single submission — make it count
