Document Controller in East London/Essex
Posted by Gapp Search Limited
£200 – £250 a day
East London/Essex · Contract
Location: East London / Essex Border
Salary / Rate: £200.00 - £250.00 per day (Negotiable depending on experience)
Job Type: Contract / Temporary
Start Date: Immediate
Job Description
We are seeking an organized and experienced Document Controller with a background in Rail or Construction Civils to manage technical documentation and assurance records for high-profile station enhancement projects across East London and South Essex.
Working alongside the Project Management team, you will be responsible for maintaining document control systems, processing technical submittals, managing quality assurance records, and ensuring all project documentation complies with Network Rail standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage, archive, and track all incoming and outgoing project documentation, drawings, and technical submittals.
- Maintain document control systems and project management electronic databases.
- Coordinate quality assurance (QA) documentation, handovers, snagging reports, and health and safety files.
- Ensure all documentation complies with Network Rail and client governance frameworks.
- Liaise with project managers, site engineering teams, and sub-contractors to process RFIs, technical queries, and approval workflows efficiently.
- Industry Experience: Previous experience as a Document Controller within Rail, Infrastructure, or Construction Civils.
- Systems Proficiency: Experience with industry-standard EDMS platforms (e.g., Aconex, Viewpoint/ForSITE, SharePoint, or similar).
- Rail Awareness: Knowledge of Network Rail project deliverables, assurance processes, and handover file compilation is preferred.
- Certifications: Active PTS (Personal Track Safety) card is advantageous but not strictly essential.
- Skills: High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and excellent IT proficiency.
If you are an experienced Document Controller available for an immediate start, please submit your updated CV today or contact Paul @ Gapp Search on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
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