Document Controller

Go Traffic Management Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equality and inclusion focus

Armed Forces-friendly

Full benefits package

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking an experienced Document Controller to support major water infrastructure projects. Based at Peninsula House, you will manage project documentation, control versions, and ensure compliance with procedures.

You will work with Project Managers and site teams, maintain SharePoint records, and produce regular status reports. The role offers a competitive salary and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Document Controller within water, utilities, construction, or infrastructure desirable.
• Experience working in SharePoint.
• Strong understanding of document control processes within engineering and construction projects.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain project documentation within SharePoint and document management systems.
• Control the receipt, registration, distribution, tracking, and archiving of project documents.
• Manage technical documentation including drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and design submissions.
• Maintain document registers, transmittals, and revision histories.
• Support the management of design deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain records of RFIs, technical queries, subcontractor submissions, client comments, and project correspondence.
• Coordinate documentation for commissioning, testing, and asset handover activities.
• Assist in the preparation of Operations & Maintenance manuals and Health & Safety Files.
• Ensure compliance with ISO Quality Management Systems and client information requirements.
• Produce regular reporting on document status and project information metrics.

Skills

SharePoint

Document control

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

SharePoint

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Document Controller

Department: South West Water

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Peninsula House (South West Water HQ)

Reporting To: Nigel Butler

Compensation: £32,000 - £35,000 / year

Description

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Project Document Controller to support the delivery of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary project team, you will play a key role in managing project information throughout the design, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of critical water industry programmes, ensuring that project documentation is controlled, compliant, and readily accessible to support efficient project delivery.

As Project Document Controller, you will be responsible for maintaining project information and ensuring all documentation is managed in accordance with company procedures, client requirements, and industry standards.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Delivery teams, Safety Manager, Site teams and Client to ensure the smooth flow of project information across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain project documentation within SharePoint and document management systems.
• Control the receipt, registration, distribution, tracking, and archiving of project documents.
• Manage technical documentation including drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and design submissions.
• Maintain document registers, transmittals, and revision histories, ensuring only current approved information is available for use.
• Support the management of design deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain records of RFIs, technical queries, subcontractor submissions, client comments, and project correspondence.
• Coordinate documentation associated with commissioning, testing, and asset handover activities.
• Assist in the preparation and compilation of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals and Health & Safety Files.
• Ensure compliance with ISO Quality Management Systems, project procedures, and client information management requirements.
• Produce regular reporting on document status, overdue actions, and project information metrics.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Document Controller within the water, utilities, construction, or infrastructure sector desirable.
• Experience working in SharePoint.
• Strong understanding of document control processes within engineering and construction projects.
• Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, clients, designers, and subcontractors.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to demanding project deadlines. Experience working on water infrastructure projects.
• Experience supporting project commissioning and asset handover activities.

Job Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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