Document Controller Full Time NEW

A Document Controller job in Dubai with AECOM is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking careers in construction and engineering document management. This role supports infrastructure and EPC projects, handling technical documentation, compliance records, and document control systems in a global consulting environment.

Job Description

Responsible for the administration of a comprehensive document control system to support program-wide administrative, engineering, and operational activities. This role ensures timely, accurate, and systematic management of all project documentation in alignment with project and client requirements, with a particular focus on electronic document control through platforms such as Aconex.

• • Maintain and control all technical documentation including specifications, IFC and shop drawings, vendor documents, calculation sheets, and revision instructions, both electronically and physically.
  • Ensure proper use and upkeep of the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), particularly Aconex, for receiving, tracking, and distributing project documentation.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate logs and registers such as Critical / Non-Critical Documents, GFC Drawings, Shop Drawings, RFIs, NCRs, CARs, and others as required for monthly progress reports.
  • Issue documents using approved transmittal formats in accordance with project procedures to the client, consultants, site teams, and company stakeholders.
  • Monitor incoming and outgoing correspondences, ensuring timely routing, response tracking, and archiving.
  • Coordinate with Head Office and Vendors to obtain updated versions of all documents and ensure the latest revisions are distributed to relevant parties.
  • Support the compilation and submission of final as-built documentation in compliance with approved document closeout procedures.
  • Assist in the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly reports by maintaining regular records of site document activity.
  • Maintain the Master Document Register for each project and ensure readiness for progress reporting and milestone payment submissions.
  • Track license registration and renewal requirements as per applicable project regulations.

Qualifications

• • Degree preferred but not essential; relevant certifications in document control are an advantage.
  • 3 Years Diploma is essential with Equivalency certificate or MOFA Attestation

Additional Information

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a construction supervision or engineering design consultancy.
• Proven experience with Aconex on large-scale infrastructure, building, or industrial projects is essential.

Working as a Document Controller at AECOM in Dubai enhances expertise in ISO standards, project documentation workflows, document management software, and regulatory compliance. With rising demand for engineering and construction document controller jobs in the UAE, this role offers strong career growth, competitive salaries, and exposure to world-class infrastructure projects.