Document Controller

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services contractor in Maidstone is seeking a skilled Document Controller to manage project documentation and maintain document control systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction or engineering environments, strong organizational skills, and the ability to liaise with various stakeholders. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant engineering projects and ensures all documentation complies with internal quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Document Controller in a construction or engineering environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage project documentation flow and storage.
• Set up and maintain document control systems.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and client requirements.
• Monitor document deadlines and keep projects on schedule.

Job description

I am working with a long-established building services contractor based in Maidstone, Kent in the search for a Document Controller. With over four decades of experience delivering mechanical, electrical and fabric engineering solutions, they provide a full lifecycle service across installation, maintenance, refurbishment and bespoke engineering works, supporting clients across commercial, industrial and public-sector environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the flow, storage and distribution of project documentation, drawings and technical submittals.
• Set up and maintain document control systems, ensuring all information is correctly logged, updated and version controlled.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, site teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely submission and approval of documents.
• Handle incoming and outgoing drawings, specifications, RFIs, O&M manuals and certification.
• Ensure documentation complies with internal quality standards and client requirements.
• Support the collation of handover documentation, O&M files and compliance records.
• Assist with project administration tasks including maintaining registers, workflows and audit trails.
• Monitor document deadlines and chase outstanding information to keep projects on schedule.

If you are a Document Controller commutable to Maidstone please submit your application and I will be in touch to give you an overview on the role and company.