Project Coordinator

Icon; Bathurst Regional Council; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid days off

Volunteer days

Extra annual leave

Parental leave

Wellbeing program

Referral bonuses

Social events

Staff discounts

Wellbeing reimbursement

Cultural leave

Long service leave

Job summary

Icon Group in Australia is seeking a skilled Project Coordinator to join our growing construction team. You will support project managers in planning, scheduling and budgeting, coordinating with contractors and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, and maintaining accurate project documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in project coordination on large construction projects, with strong organizational,

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in project coordination or management in the construction industry.
• Experience on largescale construction projects from $50m upwards.
• Facade experience is beneficial.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of construction project management tools and software.
• Understanding of construction contracts and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with project planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contracts, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including project schedules, contracts, and change orders.
• Monitor project progress and update project managers on key milestones and potential issues.
• Coordinate with project team members to ensure that all project-related tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Track project expenses and provide regular updates to project managers.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues and elevate issues to project managers as needed.
• Ensure that project records and documents are accurate and up-to-date.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Budgeting

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Tools

PM software

Contract management

Job description

Why Icon?

The Icon Group, an Australian construction conglomerate comprised of three major companies, Icon, Minicon, and Barpa has over 800 employees, and offices located across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific with diverse opportunities across a broad range of sectors and regions.

The group is backed by one of the top 20 construction companies in the world, the progressive, sustainability-focused, Kajima Corporation.

We are one of the largest construction providers in the country, currently delivering over 85 projects ranging from $50 million to $800 million.

At Icon, our people are our greatest asset. Without them, we would not be the successful business that we are today.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated project coordinator to join our growing construction team. As a project coordinator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful completion of construction projects from inception to completion. You will work closely with project managers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with project planning, scheduling, and budgeting
• Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, contracts, and applicable regulations
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including project schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Monitor project progress and update project managers on key milestones and potential issues
• Coordinate with project team members to ensure that all project-related tasks are completed on time and within budget
• Track project expenses and provide regular updates to project managers
• Identify and resolve project-related issues and elevate issues to project managers as needed
• Ensure that project records and documents are accurate and up-to-date

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field
• 3 years of experience in project coordination or management in the construction industry
• Experience working on largescale construction project from $50m upwards
• Previous Facade experience is beneficial
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of construction project management tools and software
• Understanding of construction contracts and regulatory requirements

Benefits and perks

• 2 paid days off annually for work-life balance, plus 2 Community2Day volunteering days
• Option to purchase an extra week of annual leave (5 weeks total)
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers
• Employee Assistance Program through Sonder with access to wellbeing benefits
• Internal Referral bonuses
• Regular social and sports events
• NAWIC memberships and staff discounts with various retailers, insurance providers and holiday destinations
• $250 annual wellbeing reimbursement
• Access to cultural leave for Indigenous employees
• Long service leave eligibility after 7 years for all states and territories

Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Veterans are encouraged to apply