Sr BIM CAD Specialist - Urban Planning

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Job Description

Sr. BIM / CAD Specialist - Urban Planning

Dubai, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Sr. BIM / CAD Specialist - Urban Planning to join our team! you as a Sr. BIM/CAD Specialist will play a crucial role in translating urban planning concepts into detailed and accurate digital representations using MicroStation.

What Youll Be Doing

• Work with urban planners and architects to produce high-quality 2D CAD drawings and layouts for master planning projects, with MicroStation as the primary platform.
• Prepare and manage base maps, sign-off sheets, land-use plans, and plot development guidelines in compliance with Dubai Municipality (DM) and Dubai Development Authority (DDA) standards.
• Ensure all CAD deliverables strictly follow authority templates, layers, and submission formats.
• Collaborate with urban planners and architects to develop detailed Building Information Models (BIM) and layouts for urban planning projects.
• Apply knowledge of zoning codes, land-use schedules, and planning regulations to prepare accurate approval drawings.
• Carry out CAD QA/QC checks to guarantee accuracy, consistency, and compliance before authority submission.
• Coordinate with planners, GIS, and engineering teams to incorporate multidisciplinary inputs into MicroStation drawings.
• Maintain and update MicroStation CAD libraries, cell libraries, levels, and CAD standards as per project and authority requirements.
• Provide understanding in BIM workflows, standards, and best practices to optimize the efficiency of the urban planning design process.
  
  
  

What Required Skills Youll Bring

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a BIM / CAD role within the Urban Planning, Infra or Architecture field.
• Advanced skills in MicroStation (Connect Edition) – essential.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D is a plus but not the focus.
• Proven expertise in DM and DDA CAD standards, approval workflows, and submission requirements.
• Strong background in preparing land-use maps, zoning layouts, and authority-compliant base maps.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage large drawing packages for authority submissions.
• Understanding of BIM principles, workflows, and standards.
  
  
  

What Desired Skills Youll Bring

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently in authority-compliant CAD submissions.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary planning, engineering, and GIS teams.
• Knowledge of urban planning principles, zoning regulations, and land-use terminology, with hands-on experience preparing authority-ready base maps and land-use layouts.
  
  
  

If you meet these requirements and are passionate about contributing to innovative urban planning projects using MicroStation, we encourage you to apply. Join our dynamic team and be a key player in shaping the future of urban environments.

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