Document Controller

Velocity Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel to site

Hybrid working – 1 day per week from 홈

Job summary

Velocity Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Document Controller for a major Bristol-based project with travel to site. The role is hybrid, offering one day per week from home, and a salary in the £35,000–£40,000 range plus paid travel to site.

You will manage the project documentation lifecycle using Viewpoint and ensure ISO 19650 compliance across teams. Key responsibilities include maintaining document registers, distributing controlled copies, and supporting reporting within a CDE.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Document Controller within the construction industry.
• Strong experience using Viewpoint document management software (essential).
• Experience working for a main contractor, Tier 1 contractor, or large construction organisation preferred.
• Strong understanding of document control processes and construction project workflows.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full document control process from project inception through to completion.
• Upload, track, distribute, and maintain project documentation using Viewpoint.
• Ensure all drawings, reports, specifications, and project information are correctly recorded and issued.
• Maintain accurate document registers and audit trails.
• Support compliance with company procedures and ISO 19650 information management standards.
• Liaise with project teams, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve document-related queries.
• Monitor document workflows, approvals, and revisions.
• Assist with reporting and maintaining project filing systems.
• Ensure all project information is stored accurately within the Common Data Environment (CDE).

Job description

Document Controller

Location: Bristol (with travel to site)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + paid travel to site

Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 1 day working from home per week

About the Company

We are working with a leading Tier 1 construction contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high‑profile, complex projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Document Controller to join their team in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Document Controller to join a well‑established contractor, working within a collaborative project environment and supporting the successful delivery of major construction schemes.

The Role

As a Document Controller, you will be responsible for managing all project documentation, ensuring information is accurately controlled, maintained, and distributed in line with company procedures and industry standards.

You will work closely with the project team, subcontractors, consultants, and wider stakeholders to ensure effective document management throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full document control process from project inception through to completion
• Upload, track, distribute, and maintain project documentation using Viewpoint
• Ensure all drawings, reports, specifications, and project information are correctly recorded and issued
• Maintain accurate document registers and audit trails
• Support compliance with company procedures and ISO 19650 information management standards
• Liaise with project teams, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve document‑related queries
• Monitor document workflows, approvals, and revisions
• Assist with reporting and maintaining project filing systems
• Ensure all project information is stored accurately within the Common Data Environment (CDE)

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Document Controller within the construction industry
• Strong experience using Viewpoint document management software (essential)
• Experience working for a main contractor, Tier 1 contractor, or large construction organisation preferred
• Strong understanding of document control processes and construction project workflows
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a fast‑paced project environment

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• Paid travel to site
• Hybrid working - 1 day per week from home
• Opportunity to work for a leading Tier 1 contractor
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you are an experienced Document Controller with Viewpoint experience looking for your next opportunity with a leading contractor, we would like to hear from you