Document Controller

Document Controller — On-site, United Arab EmiratesIndustry: Professional Services — Management Consulting & Project Management. We support complex client projects across the UAE, delivering project governance, compliance, and documentation services that enable timely decision-making and regulatory adherence. We are seeking a hands-on Document Controller to manage project documents, records, and workflows in an on-site capacity.About The OpportunityJoin a consulting team that delivers high‑visibility projects across multiple sectors. The Document Controller will be responsible for enforcing document control standards, operating the EDMS, and ensuring accurate, auditable records for project teams, contractors, and clients.Role & ResponsibilitiesOperate and maintain the EDMS: register, classify, index and file incoming and outgoing documents, drawings and records to ensure single-source integrity.Apply strict revision control: manage versioning, history, access levels and metadata to prevent unauthorized changes and ensure traceability.Prepare and issue transmittals and delivery packages; track responses, action items and approval status across stakeholders.Coordinate document workflows with project engineers, QA/QC, procurement and external contractors to meet submission and approval milestones.Produce and maintain document registers, distribution lists and audit trails; generate periodic reports for project managers and auditors.Ensure document control processes comply with ISO 9001 and project-specific contractual requirements; support internal and external audits.Skills & QualificationsMust-HaveProven operational experience with EDMS platforms (Aconex or ProjectWise)Hands-on experience using SharePoint for document sharing and permissionsAdvanced Microsoft Excel for registers, logs and reportingStrong knowledge of revision control and change management for technical documentsExperience with transmittal management and document distribution processesFamiliarity with ISO 9001 document control requirements and audit readinessPreferredAconex certification or formal document control trainingPrior exposure to engineering, construction or management consulting project environmentsFamiliarity with SAP Document Management or enterprise EDRMS solutionsBenefits & Culture HighlightsCompetitive UAE market compensation and statutory benefitsOpportunity to contribute to high-profile, cross-disciplinary projects and professional development in EDMS best practicesCollaborative, on-site project teams with structured processes and regular audit cyclesLocation: On-site — United Arab Emirates. To apply, submit your CV highlighting EDMS experience and relevant certifications. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an on-site assessment and practical EDMS exercise.Skills: management consulting,projectwise,microsoft excel,aconex,sharepoint