Construction Cadet: Mentored, Hands-On Project Delivery

Texco Contracting Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on project exposure

Mentoring and development

Career progression opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Texco Contracting Pty Ltd is seeking a motivated Cadet to join the Project Delivery team in Alexandria, NSW. The program offers hands-on industry experience while you study Construction Management or a related discipline.

As a Cadet, you will work with Project Managers and Contract Administrators across procurement, subcontract administration, cost tracking and project reporting, gaining real-world exposure to large-scale industrial projects and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a tertiary program in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering or related discipline.
• Ambition to develop a long-term career in construction and project delivery.
• Able to balance university commitments with practical work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement activities, including preparing tender packages and reviewing subcontractor submissions.
• Support subcontract administration, purchase orders, variations and other commercial documentation.
• Assist with project cost tracking, financial reporting, forecasting, and progress claims.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation using systems such as Aconex, Procore and Jobpac.
• Attend project and design meetings, take minutes, and support coordination activities.
• Liaise with internal teams, subcontractors and consultants to support communication and delivery.
• Gain exposure to construction sites and understand safety and quality management.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

First/second year in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Aconex

Procore

Jobpac

Job description

Texco Contracting Pty Ltd is seeking a motivated Cadet to join the Project Delivery team in Alexandria, NSW. The program offers hands-on industry experience while you study Construction Management or a related discipline.

As a Cadet, you will work with Project Managers and Contract Administrators across procurement, subcontract administration, cost tracking and project reporting, gaining real-world exposure to large-scale industrial projects and ongoing professional development.