Construction Cadet: Real On-Site Learning & Delivery

Plexxcon; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-monthly team BBQs

Flexible around study

Job summary

Plexxcon on the Sunshine Coast is hiring a Building Cadet. You’ll work with Project Managers, Contracts Administrators and Site Teams on live projects, gaining hands-on experience from start-up to handover while balancing study commitments.

You'll be mentored by senior staff and learn how to plan, procure, programme and build. This cadetship offers real exposure, not admin, with a clear pathway into Contracts Administration or Project/Site Management.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or recently completed Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Genuine interest in building a long-term career in commercial construction.
• Good attention to detail and proactive communication with teams.
• Able to prioritise, organise tasks and follow through with commitments.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Project Managers and Contracts Administrators across live projects
• Preparing project start-up documentation — safety documents, ITPs, site set-up packs
• Assisting with procurement — scoping packages, raising purchase orders and subcontracts
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and consultant documentation
• Helping track programmes, progress claims and project reporting
• Managing RFIs, submittals and document control
• Attending site visits, site meetings and client meetings
• Coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants on day-to-day delivery
• Learning how projects are handed over — defects, O&M manuals, close-out

Skills

Interest in construction

Attention to detail

Curiosity to learn

Organised

People skills

Driver's licence

Education

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Job description

Plexxcon on the Sunshine Coast is hiring a Building Cadet. You’ll work with Project Managers, Contracts Administrators and Site Teams on live projects, gaining hands-on experience from start-up to handover while balancing study commitments.

You'll be mentored by senior staff and learn how to plan, procure, programme and build. This cadetship offers real exposure, not admin, with a clear pathway into Contracts Administration or Project/Site Management.