Rebar Detailer / BBS Technician

About the role

A skilled Rebar Detailer / BBS Technician is sought in Al Taweelah, Abu Dhabi, with practical experience in reinforcement detailing and preparation of Bar Bending Schedules (BBS). The role produces accurate reinforcement details, bar bending shapes, cutting lengths, quantities and related drawings from approved structural drawings. Immediate joiners are preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare Bar Bending Schedules (BBS) for concrete structures.
• Prepare reinforcement detailing and rebar bending details for beams, columns, slabs, foundations, walls and other RCC elements.
• Read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Calculate bar lengths, quantities, diameters, bends, hooks, laps and shapes.
• Prepare accurate cutting and bending lists for reinforcement fabrication.
• Prepare and modify reinforcement/shop drawings using AutoCAD or similar software.
• Coordinate with the Civil/Structural Engineering and Site teams on reinforcement requirements.
• Review drawings and identify discrepancies or missing reinforcement details.
• Ensure detailing follows approved drawings, project specifications and applicable standards.
• Work with the rebar fabrication team so that bending schedules are practical and accurate.
• Maintain records of BBS, revisions, quantities and drawings.

Required profile

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or a relevant technical qualification preferred; strong practical experience is also considered.
• 2-5 years of experience in rebar detailing, reinforcement detailing or BBS preparation.
• Strong knowledge of BBS preparation and good knowledge of rebar sizes, shapes, bends, hooks, laps and cutting lengths.
• Ability to understand structural drawings and reinforcement details.
• UAE construction experience preferred.

Required skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
• Experience with CADS RC, RebarCAD or similar rebar detailing software is an advantage.
• Ability to independently take an approved structural drawing and produce complete reinforcement detailing and BBS, including bar shapes, dimensions, quantities and cutting lengths.