Document Controller

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About the role

Here at Balfour Beatty, our work inspires communities and advances society. Our commitment to sustainability looks even further – generations further. Join our Power Transmission & Distribution team as a Project Document Controller based in the Aberdeen area and you’ll be part of our legacy.

As a Project Document Controller you will be working on and support the quality department on the ASTI framework to support our cable colleagues to deliver 'Right First Time - Every time' quality projects to our clients.

What you'll be doing

As a Document Controller, you will have the following accountabilities:

Manage and maintain confidential records

Execute on workflows / transmittal processes

Manage the control of Internal and External registers, to ensure they both align

Create templates and file all relevant documentation- Sharepoint and other platforms

Distribute information with correct configuration management and version control

Seek continuous improvement on current systems and processes

Provide Feedback on any documentation issues that impact the wider business

Liaise with project teams to ensure that they have a full understanding of document control

Provide training as required such that documentation control requirements are met

Ensure that the project team are notified of all potential opportunities and risks

Support in compilation, control and submission of Quality handover information

Check and review formatting of documentation

Provide information for various project KPI's

Who we're looking for

The following skills / experience are essential:

Proficient in IT systems used in documentation control

Experience of document control

Basic understanding of BIM and digital tools

An ability to understand how the operations of the department relate to others and work collaboratively to obtain the best outcome for the business

Able to communicate effectively both verbal and written with all levels of the organisation

Good interpersonal skills that enable working relationships to be developed at all levels across the business and be able to negotiate and influence

Experience of working on a variety of project types

Must hold an up to date driving license

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 work for 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 Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

About us

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

We are 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:

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