Junior Document Controller

Cordoba-Corporation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Junior Document Controller to support the development, management, and maintenance of project documentation across the Transportation Sector. You will help ensure QA/QC, version control, and traceability throughout the document lifecycle.

This role requires hands-on experience with document management systems, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work with contractors and internal teams to keep submissions timely

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience performing document control functions on complex programs or capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of document management systems, document control standards, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and enterprise document management platforms.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• 1 year of experience in SOPs, workflows, process maps, and training materials.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain document control systems and workflows for document submissions, approvals, and distribution.
• Assist with the initial setup and configuration of the DCS, including defining project requirements, selecting the appropriate platform, designing folder structures and metadata, developing naming conventions, configuring automated workflows, and establishing user roles and permissions to ensure a structured, secure, and efficient document management environment.
• Receive and log incoming documents from contractors, consultants, and internal teams into the DCS, ensuring all metadata, such as title, number, revision, discipline, and originator, is accurate and complete
• Maintain master copies of all project-related documents, maintain version control, track revisions, and ensure correct formatting and naming conventions for technical and project documents
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely submission and retrieval of required documentation
• Ensure compliance with document control standards, QA/QC protocols, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Document control

Capital projects

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat

DMS platforms

Job description

Overview

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Junior Document Controller to join the Transportation Sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the development, management, and maintenance of documents and records across the Authority, ensuring the ongoing compliance, success and integrity of the Document Control System (DCS). This role supports the Authority by ensuring the timely, accurate, and efficient handling of all project documentation and data, aligning with quality standards and project-specific procedures. The Junior Document Controller plays a critical role in version control, traceability, and the integrity of controlled documents throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, the incumbent assists in developing and maintaining DCS related policies, procedures, and training materials, ensures seamless integration with other document management systems, and trains state personnel to use the DCS in alignment withorganizational goals effectively. This position is vital to ensuring document control operations are consistent, efficient, and compliant with regulatory and program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain document control systems and workflows for document submissions, approvals, and distribution
• Assist with the initial setup and configuration of the DCS, including defining project requirements, selecting the appropriate platform, designing folder structures and metadata, developing naming conventions, configuring automated workflows, and establishing user roles and permissions to ensure a structured, secure, and efficient document management environment.
• Receive and log incoming documents from contractors, consultants, and internal teams into the DCS, ensuring all metadata, such as title, number, revision, discipline, and originator, is accurate and complete
• Maintain master copies of all project-related documents, maintain version control, track revisions, and ensure correct formatting and naming conventions for technical and project documents
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely submission and retrieval of required documentation
• Ensure compliance with document control standards, QA/QC protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Archive project documents appropriately and facilitate audits or handovers at project completion
• Develop and maintain the Document Control Management Guide (DCMG) to reflect current procedures, system changes, and compliance requirements.
• Provide training and support to team members on document control processes and tools to utilize the Document Control System (DCS) successfully
• Generate reports on document statuses, tracking submittal turnaround times, escalating review bottlenecks, and maintaining dashboards or trackers to keep project leadership informed.
• Research, review, and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing processes and develop strategies for enhancing or further leveraging these processes
• Assist in the development of standardized policies, procedures, templates, and tools for consistent document control practices across contracts and offices
• Ensure all documents are audit-ready and compliant with project standards by identifying missing records, unauthorized revisions, or approval gaps, and flagging any inconsistencies for corrective action
• Assist with document control training activities, including onboarding new staff, providing ongoing user support, leading system-specific micro-training, reinforcing compliance standards, maintaining training records, updating reference materials, and continuously improving training based on user feedback and system changes
• Assist and ensure compliance with the Authority’s ISO 9001:2015 certification, audits, and recertifications
• Assist and ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 9001, FHWA, FTA), and support conducting audits to verify document traceability and version control
• Monitor document retention schedules and support legal holds, FOIA/public records requests, and third-party audit responses
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with client staff, project consultants, private contractors, employees, and the public
• Perform periodic audits for metadata accuracy, overdue reviews, or version control issues

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience performing document control functions on complex programs or capital projects
• Strong knowledge of document management systems, document control standards, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and enterprise document management platforms
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• 1 year of experience in SOPs, workflows, process maps, and training materials
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams

Salary Range: $32.00 to $56.00 hourly

Location: Sacramento, CA

Work Environment: Onsite

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks:We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: [phone].

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!

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