The MEP Document Controller is responsible for managing, maintaining, and controlling all project-related documents, drawings, submittals, correspondence, and records for MEP projects. The role ensures accurate document tracking, timely distribution, proper filing, and compliance with company procedures and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and control all MEP project documentation, including drawings, submittals, RFIs, method statements, material approvals, and project correspondence.
- Manage document control processes and ensure all documents are properly registered, distributed, and archived.
- Maintain document logs and tracking registers for incoming and outgoing documents.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, and clients regarding document submission and approvals.
- Ensure all drawings and documents are updated with the latest revisions and versions.
- Prepare transmittals for document submission to clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Monitor document status and follow up on pending approvals and comments.
- Maintain electronic and hard-copy filing systems.
- Support project handover by compiling and organizing final documentation, including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and completion records.
- Ensure compliance with company document control procedures and project requirements.
- Generate document control reports as required by project management.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Document Management, or a related field.
- Document Control certification is an advantage.
Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Document Controller.
- Experience supporting MEP, construction, engineering, or building services projects.
- Experience managing technical drawings, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
- UAE/GCC experience preferred.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience using Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS).
- Familiarity with Aconex, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, SharePoint, or similar platforms is preferred.
- Ability to manage drawing registers and document tracking logs.
- Good understanding of MEP project documentation requirements.
- Knowledge of document numbering, revision control, and filing systems.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong record management and reporting skills.
Mandatory Requirements
- Experience as a Document Controller in MEP or construction projects.
- Experience handling drawings, submittals, RFIs, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of document control procedures and revision management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and document management systems.