Document Controller in Bridgwater, Somerset

Document Controller – Bridgwater - Civil Engineering Full-time £40-45k per annum -  (phone number removed)- CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL

About the Role

St David Recruitment are seeking an experienced, highly organised and detail-oriented Document Controller to support a live civils site in Bridgwater. Ensuring all project documentation, drawings and technical information are accurately controlled, up to date and accessible to the site team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, register, file and distribute all project documentation.
• Maintain drawing registers, document registers and revision control.
• Ensure site teams and subcontractors have access to the latest approved drawings and information.
• Manage project documentation through the Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Track RFIs, technical queries, design changes and outstanding approvals.
• Maintain quality records, including ITPs, ITRs, inspection records and test certificates.
• Assist with compiling handover documentation, as-built drawings, O&M manuals and health and safety files.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, consultants and clients.
• Monitor outstanding information and escalate delays or missing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project specifications and client requirements.
• Support audits and maintain accurate, traceable project records.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in document control or construction administration, preferably within civil engineering.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with drawing registers, document management and revision control.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
• Understanding of the importance of accurate documentation on a live construction site.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience on civils, highways, utilities, earthworks or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with CDE platforms such as Asite, Viewpoint, Aconex or Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Knowledge of construction drawings, technical submissions and quality assurance records.

Personal Attributes

You will be organised, reliable and proactive, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with the site team. You will understand the importance of accurate document control, drawing revision management and maintaining up-to-date site records, ensuring the construction team has the correct information to carry out works safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements.

St David Recruitment Services is working as an employment business on behalf of a client.

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