Junior Project Manager (Architect background)

Cessleigh; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym and wellness membership

Growth opportunities

Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture

Job summary

Cessleigh, an Australian-owned real estate company, seeks a Junior Project Manager to support client-side coordination under the Principal Architect. The role focuses on documentation, consultant management, and progressing projects through approvals.

Ideal candidates have an architecture background, strong organization, proactive attitude, and clear communication. Knowledge of planning approval processes is a plus; join a growing, collaborative team with strong development projects across the

Qualifications

• Background in Architecture is highly desired.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive work ethic and strong communication ability.
• Experience or familiarity with the planning approval process is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate consultant management and document briefs; secure client approval and track progress.
• Manage planning approvals: lodge CDC/DA/CC on planning portal and maintain consultant lists.
• Ensure project information is recorded and reports checked against scope.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Proactive work ethic

Attention to detail

Education

Architecture background

Job description

Are you an architecturally trained professional ready to step into a Junior Project Manager role? We are looking for an organized and proactive individual to join our client-side team, working directly under the Principal Architect.

This role is perfect for someone detail-oriented who wants to master client-side coordination, consultant management, and the project approvals process.

Key Responsibilities:

Your focus will be on ensuring the project progresses smoothly through efficient consultant and documentation management:

Consultant Management: Provide scope and brief documentation to external consultants, obtain fee proposals, and secure Client approval for engagement. Track consultant progress and ensure timely delivery.

Approvals & Documentation: Manage the lodgement of CDC/DA/CC applications on the planning portal. Create and maintain consultant lists and project status trackers.

Quality & Coordination: Check delivered reports against scope, obtain necessary site access, and efficiently issue and save all project information to the team.

Who We Need:

A background or qualification in Architecture is highly desired.

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proactive work ethic and strong communication ability.

Experience or familiarity with the planning approval process is a plus.

About Us

We're a leading, Australian-owned Real estate company with years of experience in construction and property management.

With a strong track record of successful projects, we're committed to delivering outstanding results and driving innovation in everything we do. Join our dynamic team and contribute your technical expertise to our next generation of commercial projects.

You'll be joining a growing, Australian-owned, family-run business with over 50 years of combined industry experience. Here, you'll thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment where success is shared across the team and the country.

• Enjoy memberships to our top-tier gym and wellness facilities, including classes and amenities, with the option to extend the benefit to your family.
• Unlock unlimited growth potential with a fast-growing construction and property development company, offering long-term career development in a dynamic and thriving industry.
• Be part of a supportive, close-knit team with a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture