Document Controller

Randstad Construction and Property; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 contractor in Birmingham seeks a skilled Document Controller to manage project documentation effectively. This role is crucial for maintaining documentation standards and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Join a collaborative team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar construction/engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of document management principles.
• Experience with document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control all project-related documentation.
• Implement document control procedures and systems.
• Support project teams with document retrieval.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Experience as a Document Controller

Understanding of security information management

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Viewpoint

Job description

Our client is a Tier 1 contractor with a stellar reputation for delivering complex, high-value projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they're looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Document Controller to join their dynamic team in Birmingham.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Document Controller to play a crucial role in managing project documentation from start to finish. We're particularly interested in candidates who have experience or an understanding of security information management, as this will be a valuable asset in handling sensitive project data. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth flow of information, maintaining accurate records, and supporting project teams to meet demanding deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and control all project-related documentation, both electronic and hard copy.
• Implement and maintain document control procedures and systems to ensure accuracy, quality, and accessibility.
• Distribute documents to relevant stakeholders efficiently and on time.
• Ensure all documents comply with project standards, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Track and monitor document revisions, approvals, and transmittals.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date document register.
• Support project teams with document retrieval and information requests.
• Assist in the preparation and collation of project reports and handover documentation.
• Experience with, or a strong understanding of, security information management principles and practices, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive project data.
• Conduct regular audits of document control systems to identify and implement improvements.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Document Controller, ideally within a Tier 1 contractor or a similar large-scale construction/engineering environment.
• Demonstrable experience with document management systems, especially Viewpoint.
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising effectively with all levels of staff and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• An understanding of security information management principles and practices is highly desirable.

Why Join Our Client?

• Be part of a leading Tier 1 contractor with a robust project pipeline.
• Work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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