Job Description

About the role

Balfour Beatty is currently seeking a Document Controller to join their Power T&D team in Aberdeen.



Responsible for establishing governance and assuring data and information flow to and from Balfour Beatty (BIM 360 Docs) and Client common data environments.



The Document Controller will manage the Common Data Environment for several projects ensuring all project information is available and up to date. They will encourage collaborative working, information exchange and aid the project team throughout.



Key role in providing project related training, support and guidance on using BIM360 to the project engineering team, including subcontractors, the client and designers. The Document Controller will also be liaising with DE Manager on BIM360 project level Quality Audit implementation, operation and record keeping for their project on BIM 360 reports and Power BI Dashboards.



Document Controller is also key in assisting the Information Manager in providing initial training and ongoing support, assisting on evaluation, selection and training of BIM360 Champions.



The Document Controller should also promote ongoing deployment of BIM360 on all projects and assist on setting up of projects in liaison with the Information Manager





The Document Controller has no design related duties

What you'll be doing

Work to the Project Information Plan and Asset Information Plan set out at project start up (IM will be identified at this stage)


Assist with the set-up of projects in BIM 360 NextGen (folders, users rights, workflows)

Assist the Information Manager with the roll out of BIM 360 to newly identified projects and complete support training and visits.

Assist Project Team Members in assembling information for Project Outputs

Enable reliable information exchange through a common data environment.

Enable integration and co-ordination of information within the Information Model

Accept reject information exchanges within the common data environment.

Assure delivery of information exchanges

Accept reject information exchanges within the common data environment - ensure compliance with agreed processes and procedures. Validate compliance with information requirements and advise on non-compliance.

Liaise with and co-operate with Project Team Members and the Employer in support of a collaborative working culture.

Working to promote envisioning, influencing, aligning followers to BIM 360 NextGen Strategic vision, and ensuring execution BIM 360 NextGen project goals

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:


Background and understanding of a variety of engineering projects and processes.

Understands and has experience working with Document Control/Management

Demonstrable stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationships skills.


The following qualities/experience are desirable:


Experience using BIM 360 Docs

Experience and understanding of site based Operational business processes and practices.

knowledge of Engineering applications and their associated data structures

An awareness of the Utilities / Power / Construction industry.

A working knowledge of an Engineering Drawing Office, Design Office and document control processes

A working knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modelling) tools, processes and practices

Awareness and knowledge of BS1192 / ISO19650

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.



As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.



From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.



Diversity and inclusion



At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion



We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.



As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/



Job Reference: BBUK13459