Senior Document Controller

Morson Edge are currently working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy to recruit an experienced Document Controller to support a major defence infrastructure programme.

This is a key position within a long-term, high-profile project environment, where effective document management and information control are critical to successful project delivery.

The role is predominantly remote, with candidates considered across the UK, particularly between Glasgow and Plymouth. Northwest-based candidates are preferred, although location is flexible for the right individual.

The Opportunity

We are looking to speak with experienced Document Controllers who can take ownership of project documentation, information management processes and common data environments across complex infrastructure projects.

This role will involve working closely with project teams, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure documentation is accurately controlled, distributed and maintained in accordance with project requirements, quality standards and security protocols.

Given the nature of the programme, previous experience within highly regulated sectors such as defence, nuclear, infrastructure, engineering or construction would be highly advantageous.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for managing project documentation throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring information is correctly recorded, stored, reviewed and distributed.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining project efficiency, compliance and information integrity across multiple stakeholders and delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain project documentation and information management systems
Ensure accurate document control, version management and audit trails
Coordinate document submissions, reviews, approvals and distributions
Maintain Common Data Environment (CDE) standards and procedures
Work closely with project teams, consultants and subcontractors to ensure compliance with document management protocols
Support quality assurance and project governance requirements
Produce document control reports and monitor project information workflows
Ensure compliance with security, confidentiality and project-specific requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

Significant experience within a Document Controller or Information Management role
Strong knowledge of document control procedures within engineering, construction, infrastructure or defence environments
Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs) and information management systems
Proficiency with SharePoint, Microsoft Excel and metadata management
Experience using document management platforms such as Autodesk Vault, ProjectWise, Aconex, Viewpoint, 4Projects or similar systems
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to work independently within a remote project environment

Desirable

Previous experience supporting defence, nuclear or major infrastructure projects
Current or previous Security Clearance (SC)
Architectural Technology, Technical Architecture or related technical qualification
Experience supporting multidisciplinary design teams

Security & Eligibility Requirements

Due to the nature of the projects involved, candidates must:

Be a UK National
Be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance
Ideally hold current or previous SC Clearance

What's on Offer

Opportunity to support a major nationally significant defence infrastructure programme
Predominantly remote working arrangement
Long-term contract opportunity
Flexible location across the UK
Collaborative multidisciplinary project environment
Opportunity to work on complex, technically challenging projects with a leading consultancy

If you are an experienced Document Controller looking to play a key role on a major infrastructure programme, please apply with your CV for a confidential discussion