Document Controller — High‑Rise Retrofit Projects

Wates Smartspace; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Smartspace in Birmingham is seeking an organised Document Controller to support a major high-rise retrofit programme. You will manage, maintain and distribute project documentation in a regulated environment, with emphasis on FRA and regulatory compliance.

This role involves collaborating with operations, technical and delivery teams to ensure document control processes support quality and compliance, while drawings and records remain accessible to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Document Controller in construction, refurbishment or retrofit environments.
• Strong document control procedures and version control knowledge.
• Experience with SharePoint, Asset360 or similar document management systems.
• Ability to read drawings and technical documentation.

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

Organised and detail-focused

Compliance awareness

Drawings interpretation

Tools

SharePoint

Asset360

Job description

Wates Smartspace in Birmingham is seeking an organised Document Controller to support a major high-rise retrofit programme. You will manage, maintain and distribute project documentation in a regulated environment, with emphasis on FRA and regulatory compliance.

This role involves collaborating with operations, technical and delivery teams to ensure document control processes support quality and compliance, while drawings and records remain accessible to stakeholders.