Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
A Little More About Your Role…
Joining the PMCM (Project, Programme and Commercial Management) division of WSP, you will be part of our growing Programme Solutions team, supporting the successful delivery of high-profile engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK.
As a Document Controller, you will play a vital role in ensuring project information is managed efficiently, accurately and in line with both WSP and client requirements. Working closely with project managers, design teams and other project stakeholders, you will help maintain the integrity of project documentation and support the delivery of major programmes across sectors including transport, highways, water, energy, defence and sustainability.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about document control and looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment. You will gain exposure to a wide variety of projects and industry-leading clients while being supported by experienced professionals across our national Programme Solutions community.
Responsibilities Will Include
- Assisting with the establishment and implementation of project document control procedures and processes.
- Issuing drawings and documents in accordance with project requirements and governance procedures.
- Receiving, downloading, filing and maintaining electronic drawings and documents within project systems.
- Maintaining accurate document registers and project records.
- Coordinating the issue of deliverable submissions with project management and design teams.
- Distributing received documentation to project stakeholders and ensuring timely communication.
- Supporting users with document management systems and providing training where required.
- Promoting good information management practices across project teams.
Your Team
You will join our Programme Solutions team, a community of more than 100 Programme Managers, Project Controls professionals, Risk Managers, Planners and Document Controllers located across the UK.
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Through regular Communities of Practice, knowledge-sharing sessions and mentoring opportunities, you'll have access to a network of experienced professionals who are committed to supporting each other's growth and success.
Our team is passionate about innovation and continuous improvement. We actively explore new ways of working that enhance project delivery and create better outcomes for our clients and communities.
We work on both national and regional projects that support sustainable growth and development across the UK. Our clients include major infrastructure organisations, local authorities, government bodies and industry leaders, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference to people's lives.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…
- A genuine passion for document control and a desire to develop your skills and experience.
- Previous experience and understanding of document control processes and systems.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- A methodical and conscientious approach with strong attention to detail.
- Proactive, professional and collaborative ways of working.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within project teams.
- An interest in broader programme and project management disciplines would be advantageous.
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we'll see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a
positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to
make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.