Document Controller
- Posted 27 August 2025
- LocationBirmingham
- Job type Contract
- ReferenceRS/DC/SI.BM
Job description
DOCUMENT CONTROLLER
Provide document support to Project Manager and associated project teams. Assisting and dealing with a range of complex technical documentation, processes, procedures and the co-ordination of activities to deliver a successful project. The Document Controller will work concurrently on a number of projects each with varied/differing elements and regulations and will deal with unexpected/complex documents and events which will need successful resolution to satisfaction of internal and external clients.
What are my responsibilities?
Provide full documental control support for specific projects within the portfolio (document control, database management, trackers, dealing with complex technical project related correspondence,
Provide technical support and mentoring/training to project teams etc on complex document control processes to maintain integrity and efficiency of the electronic systems
Dealing with non-standard complex documents
Quality control of document issuing – rejecting as necessary those documents that do not comply or meet the regulations/processes/procedures.
Ensuring quick resolution of ad hoc issues for both internal and external customers.
Be a point of contact for clients, contractors, etc. for managing of document enquiries.
Compile project contacts lists and maintain accurate records.
Maintain project files/structure in line with company regulations
Use mandatory external systems in relation to issue/booking of documents e.g., Project Wise/Asset Wise and other document processing systems as dictated by the project contract.
Progress and chase documents/transmittals, etc. to keep project file integrity
Process all documents for newly set up Projects e.g., delegated authorities, signatories, etc.
Work with team colleagues to provide a seamless service across all projects in portfolio
Process Agency Timesheets and any other associated tasks
Raise requisitions and purchase orders using the company procurement system.
What do I need to qualify for this job?
Essential
Relevant educational experience
Experience of working in a document control or similar environment
Accurate with attention to detail.
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Methodical, well organised and able to communicate at all levels.
Flexible and adaptable to a range of working methods and processes.
Must be customer service focused and have experience of dealing with external clients.
Good team player.
Self-motivated, pro-active and able to work with minimal supervision.
Desirable
Knowledge of rail industry would be advantageous
Knowledge of SAP is desirable
Experience in use of the following :
- ProjectWise
- AssetWise
- Aconex
- Clearbox
- Cemar
- Sharepoint
- Asite