Document Controller

We are currently working with a leading international engineering and construction contractor to recruit an experienced Document Controller for a major projects team based in Chichester.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering complex, high-value design and build projects across sectors such as Food, Pharmaceutical, Logistics, Data Centres, and Advanced Manufacturing. The role is key to ensuring documentation is controlled, compliant, and accessible throughout the full project lifecycle.

The Role

Reporting into the Design Manager / Project Director, the Document Controller will take ownership of the document control process across live projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency at all times.

Key Responsibilities

* Coordinate all activities related to document control, including technical documents, drawings, and commercial correspondence

* Manage and maintain document control systems and platforms (including ACC and Procore)

* Carry out quality assurance checks on submitted documentation in line with client and project standards

* Monitor drawing and technical submittal deadlines against project milestones

* Manage and track Requests for Information (RFIs)

* Control document creation, approval processes, and workflow set-ups

* Manage as-built documentation in collaboration with project and design teams

* Ensure strict version control across all documentation

* Organise document storage for efficient retrieval and audit purposes

* Maintain document security, access control, and recovery procedures

* Produce document control reports as required by the project team

* Archive and dispose of documentation in line with retention policies

* Support the development and improvement of document control systems

* Review and report on new document control tools and platforms

Skills & Experience Required

* Previous experience in a Document Controller role within construction or engineering

* Hands-on experience using Aconex or similar document control systems

* Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail

* Confident communicator, able to liaise with stakeholders at all levels

* A proactive team player with a structured and methodical approach

What’s on Offer

* Opportunity to work on technically complex and high-profile projects

* A supportive, professional project environment

* Long-term career potential within a growing and forward-thinking organisation

* Competitive salary and benefits package

If interested apply now and contact Luke Thompson for more information