Draughtsman

Draughtsman – Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau

Job Overview

The Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB), under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation, is inviting applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the position of Draughtsman on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for experienced drafting professionals with expertise in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), engineering drawings, and technical documentation for infrastructure projects.

Position Details

Job Title: Draughtsman
Organization: Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB)
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Contract Basis
Job Category: Engineering & Technical, Government Jobs

Company Overview

The Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB) is one of Sri Lanka’s leading government engineering consultancy organizations, providing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy services for major infrastructure development projects. CECB is committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions while maintaining high standards of technical excellence and professional integrity.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:

• A National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 5 Certificate in Drafting Technology / Engineering Draughtsmanship issued by a Technical or Vocational Training Institute accepted by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).

OR

• A National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 4 Certificate in Drafting Technology / Engineering Draughtsmanship issued by a Technical or Vocational Training Institute accepted by TVEC.

Additionally, applicants must have:

• A minimum of five (05) years of relevant post-qualification experience in a Public Service, Corporation, Statutory Board, Institution, or recognized Non-State Institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out manual and Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) work in accordance with Bureau standards and engineering practices.
• Prepare engineering and architectural drawings, survey plans, and Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
• Develop and modify 2D and 3D models using Revit, AutoCAD, and other approved software.
• Prepare as-built drawings using site records and measurements.
• Acquire and share knowledge of modern drafting techniques and software.
• Supervise, guide, and train junior draughtsmen.
• Maintain both hard copy and digital drawing records for future reference.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervising officers.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other CAD software.
• Strong technical drafting and drawing interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of engineering and architectural drafting standards.
• Experience preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
• Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) contribution of 12% by the Bureau.
• Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) contribution of 3% by the Bureau.
• Opportunity to contribute to major government infrastructure projects.
• Professional experience within one of Sri Lanka’s leading engineering consultancy organizations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the online recruitment portal of the Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB) before the closing date.

Important Notes

• Application Closing Date: 23 July 2026
• This is a contract-based position.
• Selection will be made on the order of merit determined by an Interview Panel.
• Applicants must possess the required qualifications and experience as of the closing date.
• Incomplete applications or applications submitted without the required educational certificates, professional qualifications, and service certificates will be rejected without notice.
• Officers appointed on a contract basis are not eligible to claim permanent appointments within the Bureau.