Document Controller

This is an exciting opportunity to join Balfour Beatty, as we have been selected as a construction partner for the Rolls-Royce Major Upgrade Programme in Derby. This much-needed and high-profile project and is critical to supporting growth in demand from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the requirements of the AUKUS agreement. Over the next eight years, Balfour Beatty will deliver the programme in phases, including infrastructure enabling works, and major redevelopment work.

We’re looking for a Document Controller to join our dedicated team and ensure the smooth and secure management of project documentation throughout its lifecycle.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a high-profile programme, supporting the delivery of complex construction and engineering works over an eight year programme.

As a Document Controller you will be:

• Managing and controlling the flow of documents between internal teams, the client, and subcontractors

• Ensuring all project documentation is accurately logged, filed, and easily accessible

• Maintaining up-to-date records in line with project requirements and quality standards

• Supporting compliance with document control processes and procedures

• Coordinating drawing approvals, technical submissions, and version control

• Assisting with project handover documentation and audits.

You will have the following:

• Proven experience as a Document Controller in the construction or engineering sector.

• Familiarity with document control procedures and document management systems.

• High attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.

• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders.

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality standards is desirable.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [email protected]