Document Controller Highways
Northampton
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Full-Time | Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Document Controller to join our Highways team based in Northampton. This role is critical in ensuring accurate management, distribution, and control of project documentation across a range of highways infrastructure schemes.
You will work closely with project managers, engineers, site teams, and external stakeholders to maintain robust document control processes that support compliance, quality, and timely project delivery.
 
Key Responsibilities
·Establish and maintain document control procedures for highways projects
·Manage incoming and outgoing technical documentation, drawings, and correspondence
·Ensure all documents are correctly logged, version-controlled, and distributed
·Maintain electronic document management systems (EDMS)
·Support audits and ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., ISO)
·Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and design teams regarding documentation requirements
·Prepare reports on document status and project documentation metrics
·Archive completed project documentation in accordance with company and contractual requirements
 
About You
·Previous experience as a Document Controller, ideally within highways, civil engineering, or infrastructure
·Strong understanding of document control systems and processes
·Experience working with EDMS platforms (e.g., Cemar, Aconex, Viewpoint, Asite, ProjectWise or similar)
·Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
·Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise across multidisciplinary teams
·Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
·Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
 
Desirable
·Experience working on highways or infrastructure projects within the UK
·Knowledge of CDM regulations and highways standards
·Understanding of QA processes and ISO standards
 
What We Offer
·Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000
·Company pension scheme
·25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
·Professional development and training opportunities
·Supportive and collaborative working environment
·Opportunity to contribute to major highways infrastructure projects
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years.
 
Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Patrick Gray at Carrington West on 02393 876 069 for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us. Please submit your CV to Patrick.gray@carringtonwest.com