Document Controller

Stride Recruitment are urgently recruiting a Document Controller responsible for managing, filing, and distributing all project-related documentation which is a crucial role to ensure all project teams—including engineers, architects, and managers—have access to the most accurate and up-to-date information working for a main contractor specialising in residential and commercial construction across the UK, based in London.

What's on offer:

 * £30,000 – £40,000 (junior/administrative role; many support roles fall in this lower range) — broad estimate, depending on responsibility & seniority

* Hybrid working with flexible working approach

* Career advancement:
The company provides opportunities for advancement, with some roles seen as a "rare opportunity due to low staff turnover," suggesting career progression paths.

* Impactful projects:
You can contribute to meaningful projects in the civil engineering and water sectors, which are often large-scale and impactful.

* Diverse projects:
Depending on the specific role, you may work on a variety of projects, such as a recent £14 million lab for a university.

Key responsibilities:

* Controlling documents:
You would manage all company and project documents, such as drawings, contracts, specifications, and reports, ensuring they are correctly numbered, filed, and stored.

* Version control: A key task is maintaining an accurate record of document revisions. You would ensure that everyone is working from the latest version to prevent costly errors and rework.

* Digital systems:
You would be responsible for entering and tracking document data within electronic document management systems (EDMS) like Aconex, 4

Projects, or other systems specified.

* Physical records:
For documents like large-scale blueprints that may not be digitized, you would also manage the physical filing and storage.

Academic qualifications:

* Previous document control experience:
Experience in a document control or administrative role, preferably within the construction or engineering sector, is often a requirement.

* Document management systems (EDMS):
Familiarity with document control software is essential. Common systems in the industry include Aconex, Viewpoint (4

Projects), and Asite.

* Microsoft Office proficiency:
Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, are required for managing and tracking documents.

* Construction knowledge:
An understanding of construction practices, terminology, and standards is highly desirable.

Thank you for taking the time to review this position and if you are interested please submit your most up to date CV to be contacted by Sam Day @ Stride