Document Controller

Our client, a leading UK-based contractor delivering large-scale construction projects, seeks a Document Controller for a live civil engineering and groundworks project in Bridgwater, Somerset. The role carries a salary of £35,000 to £45,000 depending on experience, with site hours of 07:30am to 5:00pm. Responsibilities include managing and maintaining project drawings, documents and technical submissions, ensuring all revisions and updates are accurately recorded and distributed, and archiving superseded documentation. You will provide day-to-day administrative support to the site team, manage site logins, access permissions and timesheet records, coordinate meetings and distribute minutes, and liaise with subcontractors, consultants and stakeholders regarding project documentation.

Our client is a leading UK-based contractor delivering large-scale construction projects across the UK.

They now have an excellent opportunity for a Document Controller to join one of their live civil engineering and groundworks projects based in Bridgewater, Somerset.

• Project Location: Bridgewater, Somerset
• Site hours: 07:30am - 5:00pm
• Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain project drawings, documents, and technical submissions.
• Ensure all document revisions and updates are accurately recorded and distributed.
• Archive superseded documentation and maintain clear project records.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the site team.
• Manage site logins, access permissions, and timesheet records.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute meeting minutes.
• Liaise with subcontractors, consultants, and stakeholders regarding project documentation.
• Support reporting requirements and document retrieval requests.
• Ensure compliance with company quality, health & safety, and environmental procedures.
• Undertake additional administration duties to support the successful delivery of the project.

Skills & Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Document Controller or Project Administrator within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of document control processes and procedures.
• Experience using document management system, Fieldview experience desirable.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced site environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Professional and proactive approach to work.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working on large-scale construction projects.
• Previous experience on groundwork/civil engineering projects
• Familiarity with drawing registers, technical submissions, and project quality documentation.
• Experience coordinating project meetings and maintaining project records.
• Strong administrative background supporting site-based construction teams.

If interested, please get in touch with Mark on (phone number removed). Alternatively, click "Apply" to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.