Document Controller
VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.
We are looking for a Document Controller to join our team based out of our Reading office.
The Document Controller has responsibility for ensuring that logistics and communication is maintained for the design team to ensure documents coming in, and flowing from, the Design team are properly controlled in accordance with VolkerLaser operating procedures.
Document Control, tracking of projects and liaison with other departments within the VolkerLaser business and external contractors will be a big part of this role.
You will be required to maintain our technical server in accordance with our agreed format, assist with arranging internal and external meetings, maintain technical drawing registers and monitor email traffic on the design central email address amongst other tasks.
About you
Essential
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Word, Excel and Outlook or similar programmes
Understanding of document control systems such as ASITE, 4PS
Verbal and written communication skills
Strong organisational and management skills
Clear and efficient numbering and labelling skills
Typing accuracy and efficiency
Attention to detail to ensure documents are accurate and made to specification
Filing and organisation skills for document storageAdvantageous
Industry-specific technical knowledge, including understanding of industry terms, policies and processes
Project management experience
Construction industry experienceIf your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
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Additional information
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