Role overview
Our business is truly special; part of the Eric Wright Group, and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.
Eric Wright Water aims to be the leader in our field, delivering excellence in engineering and construction within the water industry. We are committed to building long term working relationships with both our clients and suppliers and do this in the spirit of the ‘Eric Wright’ ethos of working in an honest, non-adversarial and collaborative manner. Our approach to project delivery is fully aligned to that of our clients in terms of Health and Safety and Environmental management; ‘If I cannot do it safely, I will not do it’. Our clients benefit from our ability to provide a ‘one-stop-shop’ whereby we offer a comprehensive range of service covering project asset design, construction, installation, commissioning and handover, through to ongoing maintenance and management. We operate framework contracts with a number of the key UK water companies. Our delivery model provides customer service and value to our clients.
The Role
We are seeking a highly organised and detail oriented Document Controller to join our team based in Bradford. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our documentation processes, ensuring that all project documents are accurately recorded, stored, and distributed. This position will involve close collaboration with our in house design team, external designers, construction delivery teams, and data capture completions team. Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in administration and have worked in a busy and thriving environment ideally within document control. You will be proactive and have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, regularly re-prioritising workloads to meet the needs of the business whilst delivering excellent service with accuracy and attention to detail.
What you'll do
1. Manage the control, distribution, and filing of all project-related documentation.
2. Ensure all documents are up to date, accurately filed, and easily accessible to the project team.
3. Coordinate document control processes with in-house and external design teams, ensuring timely and accurate exchange of information.
4. Maintain document control registers and logs to track the status and revision history of documents.
5. Support the construction delivery teams by providing necessary documentation and updates.
6. Collaborate with the data capture completions team to ensure all completed project documents are properly recorded and archived.
7. Implement and maintain document control systems and procedures to ensure compliance with company standards and industry regulations.
8. Assist in the preparation and submission of project documentation for client and regulatory review.
9. Provide training and support to team members on document control processes and systems.
What You’ll Bring
10. Proven experience in document control or a similar role within the utilities or construction industry.
11. Excellent organisational and time management skills.
12. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
13. Proficient in using document management systems and software.
14. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
15. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
16. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to document control.
17. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Our Values
At the heart of everything we do are four core values:
18. Integrity – We’re transparent, honest, and accountable. We build trust and deliver lasting impact.
19. Excellence – We go beyond expectations with expertise, determination, and attention to detail.
20. Respect – We’re inclusive, compassionate, and professional. Every voice matters.
21. Innovation – We think differently, solve problems creatively, and embrace a “can do” attitude.
How You’ll Work
We’re looking for someone who lives our behaviours:
22. Be authentic – Say what you mean, keep your promises, and build trust
23. Be accountable – Own your work, celebrate success, and learn from setbacks
24. Belong – Be part of something bigger, rooted in community and purpose
25. Be the best you can – Give your all, ask for support, and grow with us
26. Be motivated – Strive for excellence and take charge of your development
27. Be safe – Look after yourself and others—safe people, safe place
28. Be inclusive – Treat everyone with fairness, respect, and equality
29. Be empathetic – Listen deeply and value every voice
30. Be open – Share feedback, celebrate strengths, and speak up for what’s right
31. Be collaborative – Offer support, share knowledge, and learn from others
32. Be inspiring – Lead with positivity, embrace innovation, and foster teamwork
33. Be bold – Speak up, be curious, and help shape the future
Why Join Us?
34. Be part of a business that exists to make a difference
35. Thrive in a healthy, empowering environment
36. Work with passionate, dedicated colleagues who live our values
37. Enjoy real opportunities to grow and shape your future
38. Good salary and benefits offer
Our offer
39. Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
40. Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
41. Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.
42. Pension — 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future
43. BUPA - optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)
44. Group Income Protection – 50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
45. Health Plans – optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness
46. EAP – Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.
47. Mental Health support – through the Thrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.
48. Savings scheme – Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future
49. Recognition awards – awards for long service and special birthdays
50. Onsite gym – we have a gym on site at Head Office – free to use
51. Company Doctor – for when you can’t get to see your own or if you have any health concerns
52. A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing
53. A wide range of enhanced benefits to support your well-being and work-life balance
Our Ethos:
Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned 100% by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies. Our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart. The companies across the Group regularly collaborate to deliver outstanding results on bespoke projects for both public and private sector clients.
We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.
Equal opportunity statement:
At Eric Wright Group, our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, who share of values, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.
Safeguarding if required
The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors and clients and expects its people to share this commitment. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible.
Department EWW Contract type Full time Hours 40 Salary Competitive Benefits Competitive salary, generous pension, holidays, income protection, health plans, paid family leave and much more!