Information Controller

VolkerWessels UK Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced site-based Information Controller to join a dynamic project team in Salford. This role will support ongoing projects using the Asite platform, ensuring efficient data management and document control. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent IT and document control skills, alongside proven experience in a similar role. With a focus on digital innovation, this position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave with additional day off on birthday

Option to buy additional leave

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Shopping vouchers and discounts

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced maternity benefits

Employee Assistance programme

24/7 Virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Experience as a Document/Information Controller or similar role is essential.
• Familiarity with quality processes including ISO 9001.
• Proven work experience in delivering project information across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide platform administrative support to the project team.
• Control incoming and outgoing data exchange.
• Maintain document registers and quality standards in documentation.
• Ensure CDE security and assist project teams in utilizing the electronic data management system.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

CDE knowledge (Asite)

SharePoint knowledge

Knowledge of ISO 19650 & PAS1192

Document control experience

Familiarity with ISO 9001

Multi-platform project information delivery

Job description

Overview

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with the group\'s specialist units, we deliver an integrated, multidisciplinary service.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic site-based Information Controller to join a busy project team supporting activities within VolkerStevin across multiple projects.

VolkerStevin has adopted the Common Data Environment (CDE) Asite, and the role will support projects using this tool as well as new projects implementing the CDE. The candidate will provide efficient day-to-day information control for project data. The role will be varied and include travel to project sites across the north-west initially. The Information Controller role is evolving as we adopt a more digital approach to project delivery.

This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced business leading digital innovation for Multi-Dimensional Construction.

The successful candidate should be an experienced, technically minded person ready to provide document control support for busy project environments. Working under the guidance of the Project Information Manager they will have ongoing personal, professional, technical and leadership development to enable them to progress within our business.

This role is predominantly based on our project at Davyhulme; however, the successful candidate will be expected to visit additional project sites periodically. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are a prerequisite.

Key Accountabilities

• Platform administrative support to project team
• Monitoring CDE workflows to ensure the system operates smoothly and to avoid process delays in data approval
• Controlling incoming and outgoing data exchange
• Photocopying, filing, and scanning of data to be stored on the CDE (Common Data Environment)
• Maintaining document registers where used
• Sharing Information Management/CDE guidance for internal teams and as part of the supply chain pack
• Document control QA checks on naming conventions, system use and adherence to Information Management protocol
• Ensuring all documents are checked and submitted on time prior to due dates
• Ensuring documents are kept in the correct place and department file archive
• Maintaining quality to avoid operational problems
• Updating information in the electronic document management system (Asite)
• Assisting and guiding the project team in utilising the electronic data management system and document management process
• Ensuring CDE security is maintained to allow access only to relevant parties
• Handover compiling support for practical completion
• Ensuring documentation, drawings and specifications are up to date and at the correct revision
• Applying the document management process across project teams or during transition to operations
• Acting as a point of contact for platform support for internal and external staff (suppliers)
• Act as CDE superuser and provide one-to-one support where needed
• Attend Information Management/CDE progress meetings
• Monitor multiple platforms to ensure the correct system is used and minimise data duplication where necessary

And any further general document control duties to support project delivery.

About you

• Excellent IT skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Internet
• CDE knowledge, specifically Asite, would be advantageous
• Working knowledge of SharePoint content management would be an advantage
• Awareness of standards reflecting the control of information including ISO 19650 & PAS1192
• Proven work experience as a Document/Information Controller or similar role essential
• Familiarity with quality processes and standards including ISO 19650 & ISO 9001
• Experience delivering project information across multiple CDE/EDMS platforms

If your past experience doesn\'t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK, a multidisciplinary contractor delivering innovative engineering solutions across civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airports, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By using the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin can provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities — comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. Our teams can be themselves and thrive at VolkerWessels UK, regardless of background.

If you need support with your application, please contact us.

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly. We will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this role qualifies for release. Please refrain from speculative CVs; if submitted, no fees will be applicable. For inquiries, please contact us directly.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.