Document Controller

Laing O'Rourke; Jharsuguda; On-site; INR 5,841,000 - 8,437,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke and the CWA are recruiting for a Document Controller to support Sizewell C, a flagship UK infrastructure project. This role ensures effective management, control and delivery of project information across a multidisciplinary environment and supports the Information Manager in EDMS (Asite).

You will register, file, distribute and track documents, produce progress reports and train teams on document control processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in document control and information management.
• Strong understanding of document control systems within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to provide training and guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and the ability to quickly learn new software applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform document registration, filing, archiving, distribution and control activities within the project EDMS (Asite).
• Track reviews, approvals, client comments, requests for information, non-conformances and other project deviations through to closure.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers and the client to manage documentation from issue through to acceptance.
• Ensure documents meet project quality and compliance requirements, including formatting, signatures, metadata and approval workflows.
• Support the compilation and management of quality records, handover documentation and project archives.
• Train suppliers and delivery teams on document control processes, requirements and EDMS tools.
• Act as the primary Document Control contact for delivery teams and suppliers, building strong working relationships across the project.
• Produce progress reports and maintain complete audit trails to ensure robust information management practices.

Skills

Document control experience

Information management

Document control systems

Attention to detail

Independent working

Communication and training

Microsoft Office

Asite familiarity

Tools

Asite

Job description

Laing O'Rourke and the CWA are recruiting for a Document Controller to support one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, Sizewell C. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced document control professional to play a key role in ensuring the effective management, control, and delivery of project information across a complex, multidisciplinary environment. The role supports the Information Manager and is responsible for document control activities within the project EDMS (Asite).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform document registration, filing, archiving, distribution and control activities within the project Electronic Document Management System (EDMS).
• Track reviews, approvals, client comments, requests for information, non-conformances and other project deviations through to closure.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers and the client to manage documentation from issue through to acceptance.
• Ensure documents meet project quality and compliance requirements, including formatting, signatures, metadata and approval workflows.
• Support the compilation and management of quality records, handover documentation and project archives.
• Train suppliers and delivery teams on document control processes, requirements and EDMS tools.
• Act as the primary Document Control contact for delivery teams and suppliers, building strong working relationships across the project.
• Produce progress reports and maintain complete audit trails to ensure robust information management practices.

What Skills and Experience We Are Looking For

Essential

• Previous experience in document control and information management.
• Strong understanding of document control systems within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to provide training and guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and the ability to quickly learn new software applications.

Desirable

• Experience working on major construction or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 and ISO 9001 document control principles.
• Experience using Asite or other document control platforms.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management capabilities.

Why SZC

This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond.

What You Can Expect

Joining Laing O'Rourke means becoming part of an internationally recognised engineering enterprise that is redefining how the built environment is designed, delivered and operated. You will have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects while continuing to develop your own career and leadership capability.

• The opportunity to influence major projects and contribute to the long-term growth of the business.
• Exposure to innovative delivery methods, digital engineering and modern construction techniques.
• A supportive environment that encourages professional development, knowledge sharing and career progression.
• The chance to work alongside some of the industry's most experienced and respected professionals.

About Us

We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.

Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.

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