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The Document Control Lead is responsible for establishing, managing, and governing the document control function across the Capital Projects organization. This role ensures all project documentation ...

The Document Control Lead is responsible for establishing, managing, and governing the document control function across the Capital Projects organization. This role ensures all project documentation ...

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment.. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

NJ · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment.. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

Document Control Lead

New York, NY · Hybrid

$45 - $67/hr

About the Position We're seeking a Document Control Lead to support a large-scale aviation redevelopment program delivered within a complex public-sector infrastructure environment. This role focuses ...

Document Control Lead

New Haven, CT · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment.. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment.. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

Overview We are seeking a Document Control Lead to support a Client's portfolio of capital projects within an active manufacturing environment.. This role will be responsible for overseeing the ...

Document Control Lead

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$90K - $182K/yr

The Document Control Lead plays a key role in how project information flows from design through construction. This role sets the standard for document control practices, partners closely with ...

Document Control Lead

New York, NY · On-site

$45 - $67/hr

About the Position We're seeking a Document Control Lead to support a large-scale aviation redevelopment program delivered within a complex public-sector infrastructure environment. This role focuses ...

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How much do document control lead jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for document control lead in the United States is $98,940.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a document control lead?

Document Control Leads are professionals responsible for overseeing the management, organization, and security of documents within a company or project. They develop and maintain document control systems, ensure compliance with regulations, and supervise document control staff. Their duties often include managing document workflows, ensuring proper version control, and facilitating the retrieval of documents when needed. Document Control Leads play a critical role in industries like construction, engineering, and pharmaceuticals, where accurate document management is essential.

How does a document control lead typically collaborate with project teams to ensure document compliance and accuracy?

A Document Control Lead works closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to maintain strict control over documentation processes. They coordinate the flow of documents, ensure that all revisions are tracked, and verify that team members adhere to company and regulatory standards. Regular communication and training sessions are common to address document management best practices and resolve any discrepancies. This collaborative approach helps minimize errors, ensures timely approvals, and supports project milestones.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a document control lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Document Control Lead, you need expertise in document management, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory compliance, typically supported by experience in records management or a related field. Familiarity with document control software (such as SharePoint, Aconex, or EDMS) and relevant certifications like ISO 9001 are common requirements. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and leadership abilities help you manage documentation workflows and coordinate with diverse teams. These skills ensure accurate, secure, and efficient handling of critical documents, supporting project success and regulatory compliance.

What is the difference between Document Control Lead vs Document Coordinator?

AspectDocument Control LeadDocument Coordinator
CertificationsISO 9001, document management certificationsBasic administrative or document management certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial, construction, engineering projectsOffice, administrative settings
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, oil & gas, engineering firmsCorporate offices, project teams
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in document managementAssisting with document organization tasks

The Document Control Lead typically oversees document management processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in industrial or engineering projects. The Document Coordinator handles day-to-day document organization and administrative tasks. While both roles involve document handling, the Lead has a broader responsibility for compliance and process oversight.

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What states have the most Document Control Lead jobs?

States with the most job openings for Document Control Lead jobs include:

Infographic showing various Document Control Lead job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,940 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Document Control Lead opportunity to support the Savannah River Site.
Work Location: Aiken, SC
Document Control Lead-
Document Control Lead will support a multi-year construction project involving significant civil, mechanical, and electrical construction, including grading, storm drainage, demolition, earthwork, ductbanks, firewater, service water, process piping, electrical systems, and associated site infrastructure.
Duties:
  • Lead project document control activities supporting construction, engineering, quality, procurement, and project management.
  • Administer controlled documents in accordance with the project QMS, applicable ASME NQA-1 requirements, DOE Order 414.1D, project procedures, and contractual requirements.
  • Control the receipt, processing, review, approval, revision, distribution, retrieval, and retention of project documents.
  • Ensure personnel have access to current approved revisions of drawings, specifications, procedures, work packages, and other controlled documents.
  • Maintain document registers, revision histories, distribution records, transmittals, and document status information.
  • Process new and revised documents through established review and approval workflows.
  • Identify and prevent unintended use of obsolete or superseded documents.
  • Maintain document traceability and ensure controlled records are complete, legible, retrievable, and protected.
  • Coordinate document control activities with Quality, Engineering, Construction, Procurement, suppliers, subcontractors, and project management.
  • Provide direction and work coordination to document control personnel as assigned.
  • Monitor document workflows and resolve outstanding reviews, approvals, distribution issues, and other document control discrepancies.
  • Support preparation, compilation, and turnover of project records and final documentation packages.
  • Support audits, surveillances, and assessments by retrieving controlled documents, records, and objective evidence.
  • Verify document control activities and records meet applicable project and quality requirements.

Skills/Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of document control, records management, project controls, quality records, or related experience supporting industrial construction, engineering, DOE, nuclear, or other highly regulated projects.
  • Extensive experience with Coreworx and EDMS.
  • Experience with work package documents and document controls knowledge of construction documents (SDDRs, change requests, and RFI/RFPs).
  • Experience administering controlled technical documents and revision processes.
  • Experience with electronic document management systems and document workflow processes.
  • Knowledge of document numbering, revision control, distribution, transmittals, records retention, and document status tracking.
  • Experience supporting engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, work packages, vendor documents, and/or quality records.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Quality, Information Management, or a related field.
  • Experience with document control or quality records under an ASME NQA-1 or DOE quality program.
  • Previous DOE, nuclear, EPC, or large-scale industrial construction experience.
  • Experience leading or coordinating document control personnel.
  • Experience supporting project turnover and final records packages.
  • Familiarity with quality audits, surveillances, and records retrieval requirements.
  • Previous Savannah River Site or other DOE site experience.

Other Job Requirements:
  • Must be a US Citizen

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Edgewater Technical Associates will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!
WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.
View Edgewater job opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers