Document Controller - King Salman International Airport Project

Overview

Join the prestigious King Salman International Airport (KSIA) – Terminal 6 Substructure Works as a Document Controller. This full-time, office-based position in Riyadh places you at the heart of a major Project under the AL-HARBI & CCECC Joint Venture, collaborating with global leaders such as Bechtel, Foster + Partners, and KSIADC. This opportunity offers hands-on experience with world-class document control workflows, support for Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) accreditation, and career progression towards leadership or compliance roles.

Primary Duties

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of project documents in line with Bechtel’s procedures and KSIADC standards, including submissions such as shop drawings, method statements, material approvals, technical queries, compliance records, and final as-built documentation.
• Enforce strict version control by ensuring document naming, revision markings, and approval stamps meet established protocols. Prevent circulation of unapproved or outdated files.
• Coordinate document flow between internal JV teams (Technical, HSE, Commercial, Site) and external parties including Bechtel’s Document Control Center, Foster + Partners, local consultants, and government agencies.
• Maintain live document tracking dashboards updated weekly to monitor submission statuses, approvals, and compliance remediation, reporting to JV leadership.
• Manage the Common Data Environment (Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM360) to ensure secure uploading, permissioning, and archiving of all digital files, alongside digitizing hard-copy records in compliance with Saudi data retention laws.
• Keep the Precast Component Traceability Register updated, linking each precast beam or panel with its fabrication, inspection, transport, and installation documentation, ensuring alignment between physical and BIM models.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi Building Code, Ministry of Labor records, and Local Content & Government Procurement Authority standards. Prepare monthly performance reports and support internal and external audits efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• Saudi national status is mandatory.
• Valid registration with Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) as a Civil or Architectural Technician or Engineer; professional grade preferred, technician grade acceptable with over three years related experience.
• At least three years’ experience managing document control on large-scale Saudi infrastructure or airport projects.
• Familiarity with Bechtel’s document control systems and revision protocols.
• Fluent Arabic (native) and professional English; basic Mandarin proficiency is advantageous.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for dashboards and Adobe Acrobat for PDF management.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Exposure to PIF giga-projects or King Khalid International Airport expansions.
• Certification in Autodesk Construction Cloud or BIM360 administration.
• Knowledge of aviation design documentation standards and precast construction documentation management.
• Understanding of Saudi data privacy laws and GACA security requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strong communication skills for working with diverse, multinational teams.
• Highly organized with an acute eye for detail and the capacity to manage hundreds of active documents accurately.
• Proactive problem-solving to address documentation issues swiftly.
• Strict confidentiality adherence, particularly concerning sensitive or proprietary documents.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary with comprehensive social insurance coverage (GOSI).
• Full medical insurance inclusive of eligible dependents.
• Performance incentives linked to submission approval rates and error-free documentation.
• Support for continuous professional development including subsidized training and certification renewals.
• End-of-service benefits in accordance with Saudi Labor Law.

Application Details

Candidates should submit a PDF CV and a detailed Document Control Portfolio (maximum five pages including a sample dashboard, submittal logs, and problem resolution examples). Applications must include SCE registration details, records of two relevant projects, a statement on cross-cultural coordination, a professional reference contact, and expected salary.

Only selected candidates will undergo a final practical evaluation involving document processing tasks and communication exercises.