Document Controller

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Blyth; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Linear Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Document Controller in Blyth, Northumberland, for a major data centre scheme. You will manage project documentation, control revisions, and coordinate with site, project, and commercial teams to ensure accurate records.

The role involves using document management systems, maintaining registers, and supporting the project team with admin tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Document Controller in construction or engineering.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects; data centre experience advantageous.
• Strong understanding of document control procedures and revision management.
• Proficient IT skills, especially Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all project documentation and records.
• Control issue, receipt and revision of drawings and technical documents.
• File and version control documents for easy retrieval.
• Upload and distribute documentation through document management systems.
• Maintain document registers and track outstanding information.
• Coordinate submissions and approvals between teams and subcontractors.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of project reports.
• Ensure information management aligns with company procedures.
• Liaise with site and office teams to resolve queries.
• Support wider project team with general admin duties.

Skills

Document control

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Tools

Viewpoint

Aconex

Procore

Asite

Job description

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

Duration: Long-term project

Employment: Freelance or Permanent

Start: Immediate / ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Document Controller to join a major data centre scheme in Blyth

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project documentation and ensuring all information is accurately recorded, distributed and maintained throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with the project and commercial teams, subcontractors and wider site personnel to ensure document control processes are followed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining all project documentation and records.
• Controlling the issue, receipt and revision of drawings, specifications and technical documents.
• Ensuring documents are correctly filed, version controlled and readily accessible.
• Uploading and distributing documentation through the relevant document management systems.
• Maintaining document registers and tracking outstanding information.
• Coordinating document submissions and approvals between project teams and subcontractors.
• Assisting with the preparation and distribution of project reports and documentation.
• Ensuring project information is managed in accordance with company procedures.
• Liaising with site and office-based teams to resolve document control queries.
• Supporting the wider project team with general administrative duties where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Document Controller, ideally within construction or engineering.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects; data centre experience would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of document control procedures and revision management.
• Experience using document management systems such as Viewpoint, Aconex, Procore, Asite or similar.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of information.
• Proficient IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced project environment.