CDE Manager / Document Controller

Johnson BIM; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic digital engineering company is seeking a proactive CDE Manager / Document Controller to ensure accurate project information management. This role involves maintaining the Common Data Environment (CDE), implementing document control procedures, and supporting teams. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction sectors, alongside a strong understanding of digital collaboration platforms. The position requires regular attendance at a major project site near Oxford, with consideration for applicants from surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a Common Data Environment (CDE) in the architecture, engineering, or construction sectors.
• Strong understanding of document control standards and lifecycle management in a digital project environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the Common Data Environment (CDE) for project information.
• Implement document control procedures to comply with project standards.
• Monitor and audit data quality for consistency throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Managing Common Data Environment (CDE)

Document control standards

Digital collaboration platforms

ISO 19650 standards

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Training users on digital systems

Problem-solving

BIM processes knowledge

Education

Relevant qualifications in architectural technology, engineering, or digital construction

Tools

ACC

A-Site

Job description

What’s the Opportunity

We areseeking a proactive and detail-oriented CDE Manager / Document Controller to join our dynamic Digital Engineering team. This pivotal role will support the delivery of high-quality digital projects by managing and maintaining our Common Data Environment (CDE), ensuring robust document control processes across multidisciplinary teams. You’ll work closely with engineers, architects, and project managers to uphold data integrity, streamline workflows, and champion best practices in information management. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Ridge’s digital expertise, enabling smarter collaboration and more efficient project delivery.

We operate an agile working policy, but please note this opportunity will require weekly attendance at a major project site on the outskirts of Oxford. We therefore will consider applicants within proximity to other regional offices (such as Bristol, Winchester, Reading, London, or Birmingham) subject to ability to travel to Oxford.

What you need to do to be effective in this role

• Maintain and manage the Common Data Environment (CDE) to ensure accurate, secure, and accessible project information across all disciplines.
• Implement and enforce document control procedures, ensuring compliance with project standards and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with project teams to support efficient data exchange, version control, and information workflows.
• Monitor and audit data quality, ensuring consistency and traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide training and support to internal teams and external stakeholders on CDE usage and document protocols.
• Assist in the setup and configuration of digital platforms to suit project requirements.
• Troubleshoot issues related to document management systems and escalate where necessary.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of digital engineering processes and support innovation in data management.

Skills and experience you need to have for this role

• Proven experience managing a Common Data Environment (CDE) within the architecture, engineering, or construction sectors.
• Strong understanding of document control standards, protocols, and lifecycle management in a digital project environment.
• Proficiency in digital collaboration platforms such as ACC and A-Site or similar.
• Familiarity with ISO 19650 standards and their practical application in project delivery.
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience in training and supporting users on digital systems and workflows.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in digital processes.
• Knowledge of BIM processes and digital engineering principles is highly desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in architectural technology, engineering, or digital construction, with additional BIM certifications being advantageous.