Assistant Project Manager - USYD Secondment

Talent Web Property; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prestigious projects

Mentoring from PMs

Strong work-life balance

Clear progression to PM

Supportive boutique culture

Job summary

Boutique Consultancy in Sydney is seeking an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to support client-side delivery of refurbishment and capital works across tertiary education campuses.

You will work with experienced Project Managers, gain hands-on exposure across the full project lifecycle, and develop your skills toward taking greater ownership and progressing to Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in construction-related field.
• Experience in tertiary education projects is valued.
• Experience coordinating designers, consultants and contractors.
• Ability to manage project documentation and reporting.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of tertiary education refurbishment, fit out and capital works.
• Assist with procurement, consultant engagement and tender processes.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and key project stakeholders.
• Support design development, approvals and construction activities.
• Assist with project programmes, budgets, risk registers and milestone tracking.
• Prepare project reports, meeting minutes and documentation.
• Attend and contribute to client, consultant and contractor meetings.
• Assist with contract administration, variations and close-out.
• Support senior team to deliver projects on time, within budget and to quality.

Skills

Construction Mgmt degree

1-3+ years exp

Fit-out experience

Education sector exp

Design & procurement exp

Stakeholder mgmt

Attention to detail

Aspiration to PM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Job description

Assistant Project Manager | Client-Side | Tertiary Education Projects

Boutique Consultancy | Sydney | Excellent Career Progression

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Join a highly regarded boutique project management consultancy based in Sydney, recognised for delivering exceptional outcomes across the education, health and community sectors.

With a strong pipeline of tertiary education projects, this close-knit team offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to develop their skills, gain valuable project exposure and work alongside experienced industry leaders.

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to join a growing client-side consultancy, supporting the delivery of refurbishment, fit out and capital works projects across leading tertiary education campuses throughout Sydney.

Working closely with experienced Project Managers and Project Directors, you'll gain hands‑on experience across the full project lifecycle, from initial planning and design through to procurement, construction, handover and close‑out.

This role offers genuine responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to progressively take ownership of projects as your experience develops.

DUTIES

• Support the delivery of tertiary education refurbishment, fit out and capital works projects
• Assist with procurement, consultant engagement and tender processes
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and key project stakeholders
• Support design development, approvals and construction activities
• Assist with project programmes, budgets, risk registers and milestone tracking
• Prepare project reports, meeting minutes and project documentation
• Attend and contribute to client, consultant and contractor meetings
• Assist with contract administration, variations and project close-out
• Support senior team members in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality expectations

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar
• Ideally 1-3+ years' experience in construction, project coordination or client-side project management
• Exposure to fit out, refurbishment or capital works projects
• Experience within education, tertiary education or live operational environments highly regarded
• An understanding of design, procurement and construction delivery processes
• Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder coordination skills
• Proactive attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn
• A genuine ambition to develop into a well-rounded client-side Project Manager

CULTURE

This boutique consultancy is known for investing in its people and providing genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.

You’ll work directly alongside experienced Project Managers and Directors who are committed to mentoring junior team members, providing practical guidance and gradually increasing your project responsibilities.

With a collaborative, supportive and high‑performing culture, this is an ideal environment to accelerate your development within client-side project management.

BENEFITS

• Work on prestigious tertiary education projects across Sydney
• Hands‑on exposure to the full project lifecycle
• Direct mentoring from experienced Project Managers and Directors
• Genuine client interaction and increasing project responsibility
• Clear progression pathway to Project Manager
• Strong pipeline of secured projects and repeat clients
• Supportive boutique team culture with excellent work‑life balance