Introduction

Join our client on a one of the largest projects in the industry right now around the globe based in London for a minimum 1-year contract (renewable up to 4 years) as a SURF Lead Document Controller, overseeing document integrity and management in a cutting-edge subsea engineering project. Be part of an international, multi-cultural environment driving innovation in ultra-deepwater operations.

What are you going to do

Responsibilities:

  • As the SURF Lead Document Controller, you will ensure the integrity, traceability, and accessibility of all project documentation throughout the EPSCC phases.
  • You will define and implement document management processes aligned with company standards and contractual requirements.
  • Leading a team of four Document Controllers, you will supervise documentation workflows, correspondence issuance, and maintain the Document Management System (DMS) ensuring its proper configuration and evolution.
  • You will coordinate with contractors to monitor compliance with documentation standards, perform audits and quality checks on the DMS, and prepare handover packages for Field Operations.
  • Additionally, you will assist in managing SharePoint rights, troubleshoot electronic document management systems (EDMS), provide weekly KPIs or statistics to project management, and act as the primary contact for all documentation-related topics between company teams and contractors.
  • Your role also includes supporting HSE policies by reporting anomalies and participating in safety meetings.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years experience in document control including leadership on large-scale industrial projects
  • Strong knowledge of document management systems and techniques within engineering/construction environments
  • Proficiency with electronic document management platforms, collaborative tools, and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent organizational skills with rigorous attention to detail
  • Effective communication abilities in English; French is a plus
  • Proven team leadership skills

What we offer

Closing: November 26, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-300685

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Ben Callander

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