Document Controller in Somerset

Purpose of the role: The Document Controller is responsible for performing document control functions for BYLOR and supporting the Quality Manager to implement the document control system.

Key responsibilities and specific accountabilities:

• Perform registration, dispatch, filing and archiving of formal documents in Bylor’s & Client’s EDMS.
• Follow-up and expedite the construction execution documents, quality records, and client’s returned comments.
• Assist in the compilation and indexing of quality records (Certificates, Life-time quality records, hand-over reports) at stages of the Project.
• Quality check documents for compliance (format, completion, signatures), track reviews & approvals, and control all disciplines checks required for compliance to project requirements prior to issuance into the Clients’ EDMS.
• Perform registration, track review & approvals within Bylor, issue and track in Client’s system project deviations (Request for Information, Field Change Requests, Non-conformances, observations).
• Assist in controlling & following deviations until closure and capturing in the handover reports.
• Coordinate with Bylor Internal teams, Suppliers and Client the documents/quality records from issuance to acceptance.
• Track completion of handover files.
• Train Bylor, Suppliers and Client’s staff on document control requirements, processes and use of Bylor’s EDMS tools.
• Ensure system improvements established are properly implemented; be Document Control’s point of contact for the Bylor teams and Suppliers.
• Liaise with the Client’s Document Control staff on minor day-to-day document control issues.
• Inform the Quality Manager of issues, adjustments and improvements required in the supporting means such as templates, registers and EDMS tools, which require administrator rights.
• Allocate document numbers to ensure formal documents are uniquely and correctly identified, and that associated metadata is correctly allocated and captured.
• Implement and monitor EDMS workflows to ensure always the correct version at the point of use; control obsolete documents (superseded and cancelled).
• Provide weekly, monthly, progress reports and other reports as required.

Key skills & knowledge:

• Required:
• Be a self-starter who takes the initiative, is tenacious and passionate about quality and continuous improvement.
• Have attention to detail and appreciate the importance of accurate record keeping and conforming with project procedures.
• Take ownership of your work and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Have excellent communication skills and be able to provide training and guidance to people from all backgrounds and all levels of seniority, from site workers to director level.
• Ensure that teams receive the necessary assistance and appropriate processes are being followed.
• Be a good listener and work well with others.
• Be familiar with tablets and mobile technology.
• Be able to quickly learn new software, and show others how to use it.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Desirable (but not essential):
• Previous experience in information management / document control.
• Previous experience on a major project.
• Existing knowledge of a digital records system or document control system.
• Problem solving and logic-based troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse group of customers.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

All positions with Bylor are employed directly with either Laing O’Rourke or Bouygues Travaux Public and include competitive salaries, private medical insurance, company pension schemes and annual holiday allowance. Some grades will also include a company car allowance. Unless stated otherwise, all positions are based at Hinkley Point C in Somerset. Somerset boasts beautiful English countryside, an attractive coastline, interesting towns and villages along with easy access to the M5 and within proximity to the cities of Bristol and Exeter. Bylor are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and promote greater equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace.