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Document Controller

Madigan Gill
Harlow · posted 10 August 2026
Salary
£18 – £20 an hour
Job type
full time
Location
Harlow, Essex
Category
Construction
We are looking for an experienced Document Controller to join the project team on a 10-month freelance contract, supporting the delivery of a live school refurbishment project. The successful candidate must have previous Department for Education (DfE) project experience and be confident working with 4Projects (4P). You will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and control of project documentation, ensuring information is accurately recorded, distributed and maintained in line with project and DfE requirements. Key Responsibilities * Manage and maintain all project documentation, drawings, specifications and correspondence. * Administer the project's document control system using 4Projects (4P). * Upload, issue, track and distribute drawings and technical documentation to the relevant project stakeholders. * Maintain accurate document registers, revision histories and audit trails. * Ensure documentation is correctly named, filed and controlled in accordance with agreed project procedures. * Coordinate information between the site team, design team, subcontractors, consultants and client. * Support the management of RFIs, technical submissions, approvals and design information. * Monitor outstanding documentation and follow up with the relevant parties to ensure information is received in line with the programme. * Assist the project team with DfE reporting, handover documentation and project records. * Maintain confidentiality and ensure project information is appropriately controlled throughout the contract. Essential Experience Candidates must have: * Previous Document Controller experience within the construction industry. * Previous experience working on DfE (Department for Education) projects. * Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience of 4Projects / 4P. * Experience working on school, education or refurbishment projects. * Experience supporting site-based construction and design teams. * Strong understanding of document control procedures, drawing registers, revisions and approval workflows. * Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. * Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
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