Senior Document Controller

Involve Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in Cardiff is looking for a Document Controller / Compliance Manager to oversee project documentation and compliance for building façade solutions. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in document control within the construction sector and will support crucial compliance efforts, particularly in fire safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as Document Controller or Compliance Manager in construction.
• Understanding of construction processes and document workflows.
• Experience with document control software and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage design information and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of fire safety regulations

Tools

Procure

Viewpoint

Aconex

Job description

We are working in partnership with a leading specialist contractor renowned for delivering high-quality building façade solutions across the UK. With decades of technical expertise and an outstanding track record in the sector, they have recently been appointed principal contractor on a major long-term framework agreement focused on removing and replacing non-compliant cladding on high-rise residential buildings.

This high-profile framework supports a national effort to enhance building safety, with an emphasis on the installation of industry-leading, fire-compliant cladding systems.

Due to a consistently strong order book and a growing pipeline of secured work, our partner is now seeking to appoint a Document Controller / Compliance Manager to oversee and manage all design documentation, permits, and project-related information from clients, consultancies, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the flow and control of design information, permits, and project documentation across all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Ensure documentation is tracked, stored, distributed, and archived in accordance with project and company standards.
• Utilise document control systems and software (e.g., Procure, or similar platforms) to maintain compliance and ensure information is up to date and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and external consultants to ensure timely submissions and approvals of documentation.
• Monitor and support compliance with health & safety, fire safety, and regulatory standards throughout all project documentation.
• Contribute to audits and reporting requirements for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the implementation of document management procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You:

• Proven experience in a Document Controller, Compliance Manager, or similar role within the construction or façade sector.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and document workflows, particularly within large-scale residential or façade remediation projects.
• Experience with document control software such as Procure, Viewpoint, Aconex, or similar platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of fire safety regulations and compliance requirements in cladding or façade systems (desirable).