Document Controller

Job description / Role

Construction

We are seeking a meticulous and organized site-based Document Controller to join our dynamic construction team in Dubai, UAE. The ideal candidate will ensure seamless management, control, and distribution of project documents, contributing to the successful delivery of construction projects.

• Manage the receipt, distribution, filing, retrieval, and archiving of all project-related documents according to company procedures and standards.
• Ensure all controlled documents are maintained in electronic and hard copy formats, up-to-date, and accessible to authorized personnel.
• Coordinate with project team, client, and subcontractors to ensure timely submission and approval of documents.
• Maintain and update document control registers and logs to track document revisions and status.
• Support compliance with quality standards and legal regulations related to documentation.
• Prepare reports on document status and submit them to management as required.
• Assist in audits and ensure the availability of documentation for inspection.
• Other duties as required

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Document Controller working with a Main Contractor.
• Strong understanding of document control processes, standards, and software tools (e.g., MS Office, document management systems).
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills to liaise effectively with team members and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with construction project documentation including drawings, contracts, and technical manuals is an advantage.
• Fluency in English; Arabic considered a plus.
• Diploma or degree in business administration, engineering, or related fields is preferred.

About the Company

Our team is made up of qualified construction professionals. We specialise in both permanent and freelance opportunities to qualified construction professionals.

Disciplines covered include:

Site Engineers, Site Agents, Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Managers, Planners, Safety, Purchasers, Estimators and Design Executive.

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