Document Controller

Linear Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Linear Recruitment is seeking an experienced Document Controller to join a major data centre scheme in Blyth, Northumberland. The role focuses on managing and maintaining project documentation, ensuring version control, and coordinating submissions across the project teams.

You will work closely with site and office teams to ensure document control procedures are followed, with exposure to large-scale construction activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Document Controller in construction or engineering.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects; data centre experience is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of document control procedures and revision management.
• Proficiency with document management systems (Viewpoint, Aconex, Procore, Asite or similar).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills, especially Microsoft Office.

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.

Skills

Document control

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Viewpoint

Aconex

Procore

Asite

Job description

Document Controller - Data Centre Scheme

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.