Document Controller in Tower Hill, Greater London

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Document Controller to join an established Design & Build Main Contractor on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will initially be based on a project in Tanner Street, London SE1, working closely with the site-based delivery team, design consultants, subcontractors and commercial team to ensure the effective management and control of all project documentation.

This is a permanent opportunity offering long-term career prospects across a pipeline of construction projects.

Previous experience using Dalux is essential, together with a strong understanding of document control procedures within a main contracting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all project documentation using Dalux, ensuring information is accurately recorded, distributed and readily accessible.

• Oversee the receipt, registration, distribution and tracking of drawings, specifications, technical submissions and other project documentation.

• Ensure all drawings and documents are correctly named, numbered, revised and issued in accordance with project protocols.

• Maintain up-to-date drawing registers, document trackers, transmittals and revision histories.

• Coordinate document workflows and approvals between the design team, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives.

• Ensure the project team is working from the latest approved drawings and documentation.

• Monitor outstanding document submissions, reviews and approvals, following up with relevant parties to avoid delays.

• Assist the Design Manager and Project Manager with information management and reporting requirements.

• Support the management of RFIs, technical queries, design submissions and associated correspondence.

• Maintain accurate records of site instructions, meeting minutes, reports and project correspondence.

• Support quality assurance processes, including the collation of inspection records, test certificates and handover documentation.

• Assist with the preparation and compilation of O&M manuals, as-built drawings and project close-out information.

• Ensure compliance with company document control procedures and project-specific information management requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience using Dalux within a construction project environment.

• Previous experience as a Document Controller working for a Main Contractor, ideally within Design & Build construction.

• Strong understanding of construction drawings, document revisions, approval workflows and information management procedures.

• Experience coordinating documentation across multiple subcontractors and design disciplines.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Confident communicator, comfortable working with site teams, design managers, consultants and senior project staff.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work independently in a busy construction environment.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on commercial, residential, mixed-use or refurbishment projects in London.

• Familiarity with other construction document management platforms such as Aconex, Viewpoint / 4Projects or Asite.

• Understanding of ISO 19650 information management principles.

• Experience supporting projects from pre-construction through to practical completion and handover.

• Previous involvement in managing O&M manuals and construction handover documentation.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a proactive, reliable and detail-focused Document Controller who can take ownership of the document control function on site.

You will be confident using Dalux, comfortable working in a fast-paced main contracting environment and capable of establishing effective working relationships with the wider project team.

The successful candidate will be organised, methodical and able to ensure project information is managed efficiently throughout the construction process.