Document Controller
Senior Document Controller
Location: London and the Southeast
Sector: Social Housing Refurbishment, SHDF, Retrofit, Recladding, Internals
Software: Viewpoint 4Projects, Field View
Salary: Up to £45,000 + package
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading UK Main Contractor with a turnover exceeding £700 million. With over 25 years in the industry, they’ve built a strong reputation for long-term partnerships and delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment projects across the UK.
This opportunity is within their specialist refurbishment division, which operates across London and the Southeast. Their diverse project portfolio includes work for local authorities, housing associations, and both public and private sector clients. Project types span residential, education, student accommodation, leisure, regeneration, retirement living, and extra care—with values ranging from £5 million to £100+ million.
Backed by a strong senior leadership team with proven industry experience, they are now seeking a Senior Document Controller to join their growing project team.
Role Overview
As Senior Document Controller, you will be responsible for managing all documentation processes across live and upcoming refurbishment projects. This includes overseeing document control for social housing refurbishment, SHDF, retrofit, recladding, and internal upgrades.
Software: Viewpoint 4Projects and Field View
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, implement, and maintain robust document control procedures.
* Administer and maintain the Document Management System (Viewpoint 4Projects & Field View).
* Manage document workflows—both electronic and physical.
* Ensure documents are formatted, issued, reviewed, and archived in accordance with company and project standards.
* Maintain accurate records and registers for all project documentation.
* Coordinate distribution of approved documents and drawings to internal teams, clients, and third parties.
* Upload files in multiple formats across various document platforms.
* Support the collation and submission of QA documentation to clients.
* Liaise with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure document control consistency.
* Monitor technical documentation review cycles to ensure timely approvals.
* Establish and maintain the Master Document Register in collaboration with the project team.
* Assist with the preparation of reports, registers, and other project-related documentation.
* Ensure compliance with documentation standards and version control protocols.
Requirements
* Proven experience in a document control role, preferably within the construction or refurbishment sector.
* Strong working knowledge of Viewpoint 4Projects and Field View.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders across different projects.
* High attention to detail and commitment to document quality and compliance.
What’s on Offer
* Salary up to £45,000 + package
* Join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work
* Opportunity to work on high-impact projects across London
* Be part of a reputable team with long-term career development prospects