Mota-Engil Group
Construction Preparer
Posted
5 days ago
Experience
5 Years
Deadline
Aug. 11, 2026 (15 days left)
Job Summary
The Construction Preparer analyzes execution projects, calculates required material volumes, and prepares 2D and 3D technical execution drawings (including reinforcement rebar schedules) using AutoCAD and Revit. This specialist detects cross-discipline design conflicts, supports site implementation to verify drawing compliance, and collaborates with Measurements and Planning teams on error/omission audits.
Key Roles & Operational Responsibilities
1. Project Analysis & Technical Execution Drafting
- Execution Study Analysis: Review execution plans, study preparation documents, and structural designs to determine required material quantities, volumes, and scope of work under senior guidelines.
- Reinforcement & Rebar Detailing: Draft detailed structural reinforcement plans, rebar schedules, and assembly drawings based on structural calculations.
- Detailed Technical Drafting: Produce comprehensive 2D and 3D technical execution drawings in AutoCAD and Revit adhering to project specifications and standards.
2. Specialty Integration & Error Resolution
- Cross-Discipline Conflict Detection: Analyze interconnections between various technical specialties (e.g., structural, architectural, MEP) to identify clashes, design anomalies, or incompatibilities early.
- Alternative Solution Development: Research and propose viable technical alternatives to resolve detected design errors and spatial conflicts.
- Errors & Omissions Collaboration: Partner with the Measurements and Planning department to verify ongoing project quantities, process error/omission claims, and audit work progress.
3. On-Site Technical Support
- Site Compliance Verification: Support site management and construction teams during execution, conducting physical site checks to ensure construction strictly matches approved preparation drawings.
Foundational Capabilities & Prerequisites
Required Technical Profile & Experience
- Education Baseline: Technical-professional diploma/course as a Construction Preparer (or equivalent Civil/Architectural Technical Preparation qualification).
- Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in similar construction preparation and drafting roles.
- Industry Sector: Solid, hands-on experience working on civil construction projects.
- Software Mastery: Minimum 5 years of hands-on proficiency in:
- AutoCAD (2D drafting and layout design)
- Revit (BIM modeling and structural detailing)
- Microsoft Office (Excel for material quantity takeoff reports)
- Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Mobility: Willingness and availability to travel/relocate to project sites as required.
Core Competencies & Soft Skills
- Problem Analysis & Resolution: Ability to spot geometric/structural inconsistencies and formulate practical engineering solutions.
- Rigor & Reliability: Unwavering attention to technical accuracy, tolerances, and structural standards.
- Teamwork: Strong collaborative mindset to interface effectively with site engineers, measuring teams, and project managers.
What The Position Offers
- Career Development: Opportunity to work on complex, large-scale civil infrastructure and building projects.
- Hands-on Technical Impact: Direct responsibility for project buildability, volume accuracy, and site execution quality.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a structured technical office environment alongside experienced engineers and project managers.
Skills Required:
- Civil / Engineering / Cotm
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