Your Role

Gensler's London office is seeking an experienced Compliance Director to lead our document control and compliance operations. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining robust document management systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing quality control processes across multiple projects. This senior leadership role reports directly to the Managing Director.

You will have extensive experience in document control and compliance management within the construction industry, with a proven track record of implementing and managing document control systems across large-scale projects. Your expertise in Middle Eastern construction regulations and documentation requirements will be essential.

A strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail, you will lead a team of document controllers while working closely with project teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to ensure complete compliance and documentation excellence.

What You Will Do

Direct and oversee the implementation of document control systems and procedures across all projectsLead the development and maintenance of the company's Quality Management System (QMS)Establish and enforce document control protocols, ensuring consistency across all projectsOversee the maintenance of all project documentation, including drawings, specifications, submittals, and correspondenceManage regulatory compliance requirements and ensure all necessary approvals are obtainedDirect the development and implementation of document naming conventions and filing structuresLead audit preparations and responses for ISO certifications and client auditsOversee the training and development of the document control teamCoordinate with project teams to ensure timely document submissions and approvalsManage relationships with regulatory authorities and external auditorsImplement and maintain electronic document management systemsDevelop and monitor KPIs for document control performanceLead the continuous improvement of document control processes and systemsEnsure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and international standards

Your Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related fieldMinimum 15 years of experience in document control and compliance management, with at least 10 years in senior rolesExtensive experience with electronic document management systems (e.g., Aconex, ProjectWise, SharePoint)Deep understanding of Middle Eastern construction regulations and documentation requirementsStrong knowledge of ISO management systemsExperience with BIM management and coordinationProven track record of leading large document control teamsExcellence in developing and implementing document control proceduresStrong understanding of construction contracts and documentation requirementsExperience with government authority submission processes in the Middle EastExcellent communication and leadership skillsProfessional certifications in document control or quality management preferred

This job description reflects the core activities of the role although there will be changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time.

Life at Gensler

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, and twice annual bonus opportunities.

As part of the firm's commitment to professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional qualifications and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programmes or classes. We view our professional development programmes as strategic investments in our future