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Lead Document Controller

Mercury

The Role

Overview

Leads document control across a business unit, overseeing processes, teams, and digital tools.

Key Responsibilities

  • acc bim360
  • metadata management
  • automation
  • kpis
  • auditing
  • compliance

Tasks

-Establish KPIs for document control performance and regularly report on progress. -Ensure metadata, naming conventions, and workflows are consistently applied across all projects within their BU. -Identify areas for process improvement and work with Group Information Manager to enhance efficiency and accuracy. -Develop and deliver training programs for document controllers and project teams on best practices and system usage where applicable. -Act as the primary point of contact for document control-related matters within the business unit and with Group Information Manager. -Work closely with Information Management to implement new technologies and automation for document control. -Collaborate with project managers, information managers, and clients to ensure document control aligns with project needs. -Provide guidance on document workflows, transmittals, approvals, and version control to improve project efficiency. -Oversee the use and optimisation of document management systems such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) & BIM360. -Develop and implement document control strategies for the business unit, aligning with company-wide policies. -Ensure document control processes are efficient, scalable, and aligned with ISO 19650, company standards, and project-specific requirements. -Lead and manage document control teams across multiple projects, providing training, mentorship, and support. -Conduct regular audits to ensure document control accuracy, completeness, and adherence to regulatory requirements such as ISO19650. -Monitor and enforce compliance with document control policies, procedures, and contractual obligations. -Support project teams in ensuring timely submission and approval of key project documents (e.g., RFIs, drawings, O&M manuals, as-builts).

Requirements

  • 7+ years
  • bachelor’s
  • iso 19650
  • autodesk
  • leadership
  • problem‑solving

What You Bring

-Excellent communication skills to engage with project teams, senior management, and clients. -Proficiency in digital document management platforms and collaboration tools. -7+ years of experience in document control within the construction or engineering sector. -Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred). -Knowledge of construction industry standards, including ISO 19650, -Ability to develop, implement, and enforce document control procedures. -Good knowledge of Autodesk platforms. -Strong leadership and team management skills. -Expertise in document management systems (Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM360, Procore Aconex, Viewpoint, etc.). -Strong problem-solving skills to address document control challenges. -Experience managing teams and implementing document control strategies across multiple projects. -Analytical mindset with attention to detail for auditing and process improvement.

The Company

About Mercury

-Delivers complex engineering and construction projects—often turnkey mechanical, electrical, and commissioning works—across Europe and beyond. -Their specialisms span mechanical and electrical engineering, sprinkler and fire-protection systems, data-center infrastructure, and commissioning services. -The company’s history is marked by early adoption of BIM, prefabricated modular construction, and digital commissioning platforms—underscoring its tech-driven edge.

Sector Specialisms

Life Sciences

Data Centres

Technology

Mechanical Services

Pharmaceutical

Oil & Gas

Utilities

Manufacturing

Hospitals

Office Developments

Shopping Centres

Hotels

Universities

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Architectural