Document Controller

Job description

Document Controller (Construction)

Location: Twickenham (Site Based)

Salary: Competitive base salary

Annual Leave: 20 days + statutory holidays

Pension: Government standard workplace pension

Contract Length: 2 years

About the Company

The company is an independent design-and-build refurbishment and fit-out specialist, working almost exclusively within the independent and private education sector. Projects range from classroom refurbishments and specialist teaching spaces to boarding houses, science labs, libraries, and whole-school transformations.

Operating as a one-stop shop, the business combines architecture, interior design, and construction delivery under one roof. This enables teams to move quickly, collaborate closely with clients, and maintain control over quality, cost, and programme.

Role Overview

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Document Controller to join our clients site team on a construction project. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, distributing, and maintaining project documentation, ensuring information is accurate, up to date, and readily available to all stakeholders.

The project is expected to last around 2 years, the contract length of this role will be the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, manage, and maintain the project document control system
• Upload, issue, and track drawings, specifications, RFIs, and technical documents
• Ensure correct document numbering, version control, and approval status
• Distribute documentation to internal teams, subcontractors, and consultants
• Maintain drawing registers and document logs
• Support the project team with document retrieval and reporting
• Ensure compliance with project procedures and quality standards
• Liaise with design teams, subcontractors, and client representatives as required
• Assist with handover documentation at project completion

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Previous experience in a document control or administrative role within construction or engineering
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience using A-Site or other document management systems (e.g. Viewpoint, 4Projects, Asite, etc.)
• Previous site-based construction experience
• Understanding of construction drawings and technical documentation

Apply today with your CV!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English