Lead Document Controller

Recruiter
Complete Security Recruitment Ltd
Location
London
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
Working arrangement
Hybrid working
First listed by Ontap
24 September 2026
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Job description

Salary: 45k + Basic
Hybrid Working conditions
25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays Pension (NEST) Private Heal

Job Title: Lead Document Controller Location: City of London (near London Bridge) Salary: 45k + Basic Benefits: 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays Pension (NEST) Private Healthcare Company Mobile & Laptop

The Company Our client is an independent Fire Alarm, Security and Structured Data Cabling company based in the City of London, delivering fully integrated, bespoke systems at the forefront of Fire Alarm, Security and Data technology. Holding ISO9001 and LPS1014 accreditation, they have a proven track record delivering quality service across the public and private sectors.

The Role

Our client is looking for a Lead Document Controller to take strategic ownership of document control across all projects. You'll manage document numbering, drawing registers, transmittals/submittals, revision control and the Common Data Environment (CDE), ensuring information is accurate, traceable, and fully compliant. You'll also line manage the current Document Controller, supporting their development, and report to the Technical Director on performance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Manage document numbering, drawing registers and revision control across all projects
Administer transmittals/submittals and the CDE using SharePoint and ProCore
Design and maintain document workflows for review, approval and issue cycles
Undertake QA checks on all document submissions prior to issue
Oversee archiving and distribution of project documentation
Support BIM information management processes
Line manage and develop the Document Controller
Liaise with project, design and construction teams to support delivery

What We're Looking For

Significant experience as a Document Controller/Lead Document Controller in construction, engineering or technical services
Proven track record administering document control on multi-disciplinary projects
Experience supervising or mentoring document control staff
Expert-level SharePoint and ProCore knowledge; working knowledge of Aconex/Asite desirable
Experience supporting BIM information management desirable
Strong organisational skills, high attention to detail, and excellent communication
Highly methodical, proactive and results-driven, with resilience under pressure

If you're an experienced Document Controller ready to step into a lead role with genuine progression and ownership, apply now.

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