Job Description

GHD is a global professional services company delivering advisory, engineering, and project management services across infrastructure, buildings, and industry. With a strong presence in the Middle East, GHD works closely with public and private sector clients to shape policy, standards, and frameworks that support safe, resilient, and future-ready built environments.

Role

The Senior Document Controller will manage and maintain all design-related documentation for projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely distribution. This role is critical in supporting the design team by implementing robust document control processes and systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee document control activities for design projects, ensuring compliance with company standards and client requirements.
Manage the receipt, registration, distribution, and archiving of design documents and drawings.
Maintain and update document control systems (e.g., Aconex, Asite)
Ensure version control and proper tracking of revisions for all design documentation.
Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely submission and approval of documents.
Prepare and maintain transmittals, document registers, and status reports.
Support audits and quality checks related to document control processes.
Train and mentor junior document controllers as required.

Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
Minimum 8+ years of experience in document control, with at least 5 years in design/document management within consultancy or engineering firms.
Proficiency in document control software (Aconex, Asite)
Strong understanding of design documentation standards and ISO requirements.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Why Join US

Opportunity to work on iconic projects in the Middle East.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Career growth and professional development within a global consultancy.

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges- with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

At GHD, we celebrate the power of a multicultural workforce and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees—regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we welcome the unique perspectives that each team member brings to our organization.