Document Controller

Buro Happold Engineering; Jeddah; Hybrid; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Jeddah is seeking a proactive Document Controller to manage project documentation and enhance work-winning capabilities. You will be pivotal in ensuring accuracy and compliance, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, strong organization and communication skills, and experience with document management software. This role offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Continuous development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Document Controller in an engineering or construction environment.
• Certification in Document Control or Records Management is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all project documentation, including drawings and reports.
• Implement and maintain document control processes and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure document control processes are being followed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Document management software

MS Office Suite

ACONEX

SharePoint

Electronic document management systems (EDMS)

Job description

Ready to lead document control on high-impact engineering consultancy projects? Step into the Document Controller role where your precision drives success.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive. You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact – and leave real legacy.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Document Controller to join our team. This role supports the Major Projects team in managing and coordinating bid responses, enhancing our work‑winning capabilities, and driving growth in the Middle East.

Your key duties

• Manage and maintain all project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Ensure all documents are correctly filed, stored, and easily accessible.
• Implement and maintain document control processes and procedures.
• Review and update documents for accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Distribute project-related documents to internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and manage document revisions and ensure that the latest versions are available.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely submission of documents.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure document control processes are being followed.
• Provide training and support to staff on document control procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation for handover at project completion.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Document Controller in an engineering or construction environment.
• Proficiency in document management software and MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with document control software such as ACONEX, SharePoint, or similar.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certification in Document Control or Records Management.
• Experience with electronic document management systems (EDMS).

What we offer you

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Attractive salary and benefits package.
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you.
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions.
• An international culture that, wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.

Apply today and be a part of our legacy.

Buro Happold values individual flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers. We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [e-mail] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.