Junior Project Manager/Project Coordinator

Draft Building Solutions Pty Ltd; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Long-term pipeline of NSW projects

Direct access to senior management

Job summary

Draft Building Solutions Pty Ltd is seeking a capable Junior Project Manager to oversee multiple projects from award to handover in Sydney, balancing contracts administration with hands-on project delivery.

The role is office and site-based with occasional project visits, requiring 2+ years in construction, strong negotiation, and a solid understanding of Australian standards and NSW legislation.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end across commercial, residential and government works (minimum 2+ years).
• Strong understanding of contracts administration and project delivery in construction.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with clients and subcontractors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards contracts and NSW construction legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from award through to handover (commercial, industrial and small civil works).
• Lead head contract and subcontract management.
• Letting and negotiation of subcontracts and supply agreements.
• Handle variations, progress claims, EOTs, and RFI management.
• Monitor cost control, forecasting, budgets and cashflow.
• Program and perform short-term planning with site teams.
• Coordinate with site managers, engineers, subcontractors and clients.
• Ensure quality, safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Cost reporting

Multi-project handling

Education

Degree or trade background in construction, civil engineering or related discipline

Job description

About the role

You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of multiple projects, including managing projects from award through to handover across commercial, residential and government works. This is a hands‑on, combination role where you’ll run your own jobs end‑to‑end, managing both contracts administration and project delivery. You’ll be office‑and‑site based in Sydney, with visits to projects as required.

Key responsibilities

• Managing projects from award through to handover – commercial, industrial and small civil works
• Head contract and subcontract management
• Letting and negotiation of subcontracts and supply agreements
• Variations, progress claims, EOTs, RFI management
• Cost control, forecasting, budgets and cashflow
• Programming and short‑term planning in conjunction with site teams
• Coordination with site managers, engineers, subcontractors and clients
• Quality, safety and environmental compliance in line with company systems
• Client and stakeholder management, including meetings, reporting and handover documentation

About you

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience as a Junior Project Manager in construction
• Proven track record delivering commercial/industrial and/or civil projects
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards contracts and NSW construction legislation
• Confident with cost reporting, programming and contract correspondence
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; able to build solid relationships with clients and subcontractors
• Degree or trade background in construction, civil engineering or related discipline (preferred but not essential for highly experienced candidates)
• Current driver’s licence and full Australian working rights

About us

We are a well‑established Sydney‑based construction company delivering projects up to $5m across NSW. We offer a stable, long‑term pipeline of work across commercial, industrial and civil sectors with direct access to senior management and quick decision‑making.

Benefits

• Immediate start available
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive admin/accounts support; first‑class QWHSE accredited systems; professional digital management platforms
• Stable, long‑term pipeline of work across commercial, industrial and civil sectors
• Direct access to senior management and quick decision‑making
• Supportive team culture with genuine autonomy and responsibility

A package including base, superannuation, various allowances, and other potential options will be proposed, reviewed, discussed, negotiated, and agreed with the successful candidate and the base listed here is a guide. Show us what you’re worth and we’ll be happy to talk.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a project manager/contracts administrator?
• How many years’ experience do you have with project manager/contracts administration?
• Do you have experience working on commercial, resisdential and/or government projects?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the Building Code of Australia (BCA)?

• How many years’ experience do you have in the construction industry?
• Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?