Document Controller

Coleman James; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleman James is seeking a proactive Document Controller to support its project teams. You will manage project documentation, drawings, specifications and correspondence, ensuring accurate version control and distribution.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience in construction, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems, with the ability to handle multiple documents and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a construction or engineering environment.
• Experience as Document Controller or Project Administrator.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Confident with Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple documents and deadlines in a busy project.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain project documentation, drawings, specifications and correspondence.
• Ensure documents are correctly uploaded, filed, version-controlled and distributed to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain document registers and ensure all information is kept up to date.
• Coordinate the issue and revision of drawings and technical documentation.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, consultants and clients.
• Ensure document control procedures and company standards are followed.
• Assist with general project administration and reporting where required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

We are working with an established construction business who are looking to appoint a Document Controller to support their project team and ensure all project documentation is accurately managed, maintained and distributed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain project documentation, drawings, specifications and correspondence.


• Ensure documents are correctly uploaded, filed, version-controlled and distributed to relevant stakeholders.


• Maintain document registers and ensure all information is kept up to date.


• Coordinate the issue and revision of drawings and technical documentation.


• Liaise with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, consultants and clients.


• Ensure document control procedures and company standards are followed.


• Assist with general project administration and reporting where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a construction or engineering environment.


• Experience working as a Document Controller, Project Administrator or similar.


• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.


• Confident using Microsoft Office and document management systems.


• Ability to manage multiple documents and deadlines in a busy project environment.


• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with project teams.

This is a good opportunity for an experienced Document Controller to join a well-established construction business and play an important role in supporting the successful delivery of projects