Draughtsman / Project Site Coordinator

In brief

**Overview** The Phakisa Group specializes in the supply and installation of specialized equipment for commercial and institutional building projects across South Africa and into Africa. This role operates in conjunction with main contractors, architects, and consulting engineers. The Draughtsman / Project Site Coordinator position is divided roughly equally between responsibilities in the drawing office and on site. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing and maintaining the drawing set for projects, and subsequently following through with the installation, snagging, and handover processes. **What you will do** * Produce equipment layouts, general arrangement drawings, and elevations based on bills of quantities, specifications, and consultant drawings. * Create services and reticulation drawings, indicating points of connection for electrical, water, gas, drainage, compressed air, and extraction. * Coordinate the equipment layout with architectural, structural, HVAC, and wet services drawings, and identify potential clashes early. * Issue revisions under proper drawing control, maintain the revision register, and mark up as-built drawings. * Prepare builder's work drawings, plinth and cut-out details, and shop drawings for fabricated items. * Compile handover documentation, including as-built drawings, O&M manual content, and equipment schedules. * Take site measurements before manufacture and inspect openings, levels, and access prior to delivery. * Attend site and technical meetings with the main contractor, consultants, and subcontractors. * Coordinate deliveries, offloading, storage, and the installation sequence in alignment with the construction programme. * Supervise installation teams and subcontractors on site, verifying work against approved drawings. * Manage snag lists through to close-out and report progress, delays, and variations back to the office. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma, N-Diploma, or an equivalent qualification in draughting, mechanical drawing, or a related discipline. * 3 to 7 years of experience in a draughting or technical coordination role. * Essential construction site experience, including comfort working on active building sites, adherence to a contractor's programme, and direct interaction with consultants and subcontractors. * Strong AutoCAD skills. * Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and services drawings. * Working knowledge of SANS and local building regulations applicable to services and installations. * Competence in Excel and familiarity with a project programme in MS Project or similar. * Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle. * Willingness to travel within South Africa, and occasionally cross-border, for site visits and installations. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate profile includes: * Experience coordinating equipment or plant installations as part of a larger construction contract. * Experience on hospitality, healthcare, retail, or institutional projects. * Health and safety training such as SACPCMP registration, working at heights, or first aid. * Exposure to stainless steel fabrication or sheet metal work. * Organizational skills, direct communication, and the ability to manage several projects at different stages without losing track of revisions. * Revit or other BIM experience is considered a real advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/draughtsman-project-site-coordinator-phakisa-group Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• AutoCAD
• First aid
• Driver's licence

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