Junior Project Manager

Bluestonerecruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestonerecruitment is seeking an ambitious Junior Project Manager for an established commercial builder based in Pakenham, Melbourne. You will deliver a diverse range of commercial construction projects up to $10m and take the next step toward becoming a Project Manager.

Working with senior management, you'll be mentored and develop your skills across planning, procurement, and reporting while growing your responsibilities on site.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience in commercial construction.
• Experience on commercial projects valued between $2m and $10m.
• Strong organisational skills and understanding of construction programming.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing commercial construction projects from planning to practical completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants and suppliers to meet programme.
• Support procurement, budgeting, cost reporting and contract administration.
• Monitor progress and assist with programme management and delays.
• Maintain relationships with clients, consultants and internal teams.
• Work with Site Managers to ensure safety and quality.
• Assist with reporting, variations, RFIs and documentation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder coordination

Proactive communication

Job description

About the Opportunity

An established commercial builder based in Pakenham is seeking an ambitious Junior Project Manager to join its growing team, delivering a diverse range of commercial construction projects valued up to $10m.

This is an excellent opportunity for an up-and-coming construction professional looking to take the next step in their career, gain greater project responsibility and develop into an accomplished Project Manager.

Working alongside experienced senior management, you'll be involved in all aspects of project delivery while benefiting from ongoing mentoring and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing commercial construction projects from initial planning through to practical completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on programme.
• Support project procurement, budgeting, cost reporting and contract administration.
• Monitor project progress, identifying potential delays and assisting with programme management.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and internal delivery teams.
• Work closely with Site Managers to ensure safety, quality and construction standards are maintained.
• Assist with project reporting, variations, RFIs and documentation.

About You:

• 2–5 years' experience in commercial construction, ideally in a Project Coordinator, Contract Administrator, Project Engineer or Junior PM role.
• Experience working on commercial projects, ideally valued between $2m and $10m.
• Strong organisational skills and an understanding of construction programming and project delivery.
• Good commercial awareness and ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused attitude.

What's in It for You?

• Clear career progression – Genuine opportunity to develop into a Project Manager.
• Diverse project portfolio – Gain exposure to a variety of commercial construction projects up to $10m.
• Mentoring and support – Work directly with experienced senior construction professionals.
  
• Pakenham location – Avoid the CBD commute and work with a locally based team.

If you're a motivated construction professional looking to step into project management or further develop your existing experience, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with an established commercial builder.