Document Controller - High-Rise Retrofit & FRA Compliance

Wates Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS checks handled at offer stage

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Wates Group in Newtown, Birmingham, is seeking an organised Document Controller to support a major high-rise retrofit programme. You will manage project documentation, ensure version control and distribute updates across multiple teams.

High attention to detail, strong IT skills and experience with SharePoint/Asset360 are essential. DBS checks and compliance-friendly processes are part of the role, with long‑term career development opportunities at Wates Group.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Document Controller in construction/refurbishment.
• Strong document control procedures and version control.
• Experience with SharePoint or Asset360.
• Able to read drawings and technical documentation.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in compliance-driven projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain project documentation using SharePoint, Asset360 and digital daybooks.
• Control document revisions and ensure accurate distribution of updated information.
• Issue drawings, technical documents and project updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain document registers and audit trails in line with project requirements.
• Ensure all project records remain accurate, current and compliant.
• Support the management of FRA-related documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Review drawings and technical information to confirm correct version control.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure document management processes are consistently followed.

Skills

Document control

Version control

SharePoint

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Compliance

Tools

SharePoint

Asset360

Job description

Wates Group in Newtown, Birmingham, is seeking an organised Document Controller to support a major high-rise retrofit programme. You will manage project documentation, ensure version control and distribute updates across multiple teams.

High attention to detail, strong IT skills and experience with SharePoint/Asset360 are essential. DBS checks and compliance-friendly processes are part of the role, with long‑term career development opportunities at Wates Group.