Document Controller - Construction

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction contractor in South Yorkshire seeks an experienced Document Controller to manage project documentation and ensure compliance. This permanent role offers a salary of £30,000 – £40,000, supportive team environment, and opportunities for career development. Strong organisational skills and experience in construction or civil engineering are essential.

Benefits

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience

Immediate start available

Permanent position with development opportunities

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or civil engineering environments.
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Tech-savvy and process-driven.

Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of project documents and records.
• Ensure correct versions of documents are issued.
• Maintain document registers and track status updates.
• Liaise with engineers and subcontractors for document accuracy.

Skills

Organisational skills

Document management systems

Communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job Description

Document Controller – Civils & Groundworks

Location: South Yorkshire

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 DOE

Role Type: Permanent | Immediate Start

If you’re someone who loves getting things organised, thrives on precision, and knows how to keep information flowing like a well-oiled machine – this could be your perfect role. Our client is looking for a Document Controller who’s ready to bring structure, clarity, and control to a busy, fast-paced construction environment.

Our client is a respected civils and groundworks contractor operating across South Yorkshire. With a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, they specialise in earthworks and site preparation, substructure, drainage, reinforced concrete, external works, and surfacing.

They are now looking for a Document Controller to join the team and help keep their project information sharp, secure, and compliant.

The Role:

As Document Controller, you’ll be the central hub for all project documentation – digital and hard copy. You’ll work closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure that everyone’s working from the right drawings and the most up-to-date information. This is a permanent role with an immediate start, offering a great opportunity to grow your career within the civil engineering and groundworks sector.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the flow of project documents, drawings, and records using document control systems
• Ensure correct versions of documents are issued, filed, and archived appropriately
• Maintain document registers and track document status updates
• Assist with the preparation, formatting, and distribution of reports, drawings, and specifications
• Liaise with engineers, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure document accuracy and timely delivery
• Support tender and handover documentation processes as required
• Uphold compliance with internal standards and external regulations
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive project data
• Organise site folders and documentation for easy access and traceability
• Identify improvements in document control procedures and help streamline systems

Candidate Requirements:

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Document Controller with experience in construction or civil engineering environments. Strong organisational skills, a good understanding of document management systems, and the ability to work under pressure are key. You’ll need to be tech-savvy, process-driven, and confident communicating with site and office-based teams.

Why this role?

You’ll be joining a company that values professionalism, teamwork, and getting the job done right. This is your chance to be part of a growing business where your work genuinely makes a difference to project success.

Additional benefits include:

• Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
• Immediate start available
• Permanent position with development opportunities
• Supportive team and a wide variety of interesting projects

Sound like your next move? Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

This could be your opportunity to build a career in an environment where organisation truly matters.