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Job Description

Job Title: GIS Manager (GIS, CAD & Graphics Specialist)
Company: KBR-Abu Dhabi
Location: Abu Dhabi
Experience Required: 5+ years

Employment Type: Full-time, Contract

About Company

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Project Overview

We are seeking a skilled GIS, CAD & Graphics Specialist with expertise in urban planning submissions in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have strong technical proficiency in GIS mapping, CAD drafting, and graphic visualization, along with a deep understanding of Abu Dhabi's planning authority submission requirements (DMT, UPC, ADM, etc.).

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality CAD drawings, GIS maps, and 3D visualizations for master plans, framework plans, and urban development projects.

• Ensure all deliverables comply with Abu Dhabi submission standards (e.g., layer naming, file formats, and authority requirements).

• Develop and maintain GIS databases for spatial analysis, land-use mapping, and infrastructure planning.

• Create concept diagrams, illustrative plans, and presentation graphics for reports and stakeholder reviews.

• Coordinate with planners and engineers to align technical drawings with project requirements.

• Assist in preparing planning permit applications, NOCs, and authority submissions (DMT).

• Stay updated on Abu Dhabi's digital submission guidelines and software requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, GIS, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in CAD drafting, GIS mapping, and graphic design for urban planning projects in the UAE (preferably Abu Dhabi).

• Advanced skills in:

o CAD Software: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation.

o GIS Software: ArcGIS, QGIS, spatial analysis tools.

o Graphics & Visualization: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), SketchUp.

• Strong knowledge of Abu Dhabi's planning submission standards (e.g., layer structures, file naming conventions).

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of DMT digital submission portals.

• DMT/ADM Land & Real estate requirements

Soft Skills
  • Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
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GIS Manager (GIS, CAD & Graphics Specialist)
Abu Dhabi
5 days ago
N/A
Full-time

GIS Manager (GIS, CAD & Graphics Specialist)