Lead Document Controller
We are seeking an experienced Senior Document Controller to manage and oversee all project document control activities for a major engineering project. The role involves controlling document interfaces with EPSCC contractors, managing EDMS processes, and ensuring proper documentation flow, confidentiality, and archiving throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Manage and control all project documentation and correspondence.
- Coordinate document interfaces with EPSCC contractors.
- Ensure timely distribution of engineering review documentation.
- Administer and maintain Project EDMS, including access rights and confidentiality levels.
- Support document review, approval, and distribution processes.
- Develop and improve document control procedures and systems.
- Lead final project documentation dossiers and archiving activities.
- Provide training and guidance to project personnel (Muscat & Sohar).
- Report directly to the Project Control Manager.
Must Have
- Engineering Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 10 years total experience, with at least 8 years in a similar senior/lead document control role on major engineering or EPC projects.
- Strong knowledge of engineering document lifecycle and standards, including revision control, transmittals, IFR/IFC/As-Built documentation, and ISO 9001 document control procedures.
- Leadership and coordination capability to manage document control teams and interface with EPSCC contractors, engineering disciplines, and project controls.
- Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) with high attention to detail, confidentiality awareness, and ability to work under project deadlines.
Nice to have
- Professional certifications such as Certified Document Controller (CDC), ISO 9001 Document Control, or PMP/Project Controls training.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, Power, Infrastructure, or Mega EPC projects with PMC or Owner organizations.
- Knowledge of Oman client standards and practices (e.g., PDO, OQ, Oman LNG, major EPC contractors).
- Arabic language skills (spoken and written) to support local stakeholders and Omanization requirements.
- Advanced reporting and dashboard skills (Excel, Power BI, EDMS analytics for document KPIs)
