Project Coordinator

Kapitol Group; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Fast-tracked career progression

No weekends

Job summary

Kapitol Group's Data Centre team is seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to drive delivery across technically complex developments in Australia. You will own project packages, coordinate procurement, and foster strong relationships with Trade Partners and internal stakeholders.

You'll work alongside experienced Project Managers and Services teams, delivering on time and within quality standards while supporting graduates and cadets to grow within a fast-paced, growth-focused business.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working for a Head Contractor in a Project Coordinator, Site Engineer or Project Engineer capacity.
• Exposure to the delivery of large-scale commercial, industrial, infrastructure, mission-critical or technically complex projects.
• Strong understanding of the project lifecycle, from procurement and design coordination through to construction delivery and project close-out.
• Experience managing subcontractors, coordinating project packages and driving programme outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with Trade Partners, consultants and project teams.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to thrive in fast-paced project environments.

Responsibilities

• Own specific project packages and scopes of work across complex Data Centre developments.
• Drive programme outcomes by ensuring materials, approvals, drawings and critical information are available when required.
• Build and manage strong relationships with Trade Partners and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality and programme objectives are achieved.
• Coordinate procurement activities, subcontractor onboarding and package delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review shop drawings, technical submissions and project documentation to ensure compliance, buildability and alignment with project requirements.
• Support design coordination across consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams to resolve issues before they impact delivery.
• Drive Quality Assurance outcomes through inspections, documentation management and subcontractor accountability.
• Identify risks, remove delivery roadblocks and maintain project momentum.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Managers and Services teams on technically complex projects.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of Graduates and Cadets.

Skills

Project Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Join Kapitol's growing Data Centre team and take ownership of key project packages on technically complex, mission-critical developments. Ideal for Project Coordinators, Site Engineers or Project Engineers from a head contractor background looking to accelerate their career.

About Us

Kapitol is one of Australia's fastest-growing design and construct businesses, delivering award-winning projects across the commercial, residential, industrial and Data Centre sectors.

As our Data Centre portfolio continues to grow, we're looking for a talented Project Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in the delivery of complex, technically challenging projects that support Australia's digital future.

This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Managers and Services teams on projects where precision, coordination and technical excellence matter.

Whether you're currently a Project Coordinator, Site Engineer or Project Engineer, this role offers exposure to large-scale mission-critical projects and a genuine pathway for career growth.

The Opportunity

Working within a collaborative project team, you'll take ownership of specific project packages and scopes of work, supporting delivery from procurement through to completion.

You'll work closely with Trade Partners, consultants and internal stakeholders to drive programme outcomes, coordinate technical documentation and ensure the highest standards of quality and project delivery are achieved.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on problem solving, is highly organised and wants to develop their career delivering some of Australia's most complex construction projects.

What You'll Do;

• Own specific project packages and scopes of work across complex Data Centre developments
• Drive programme outcomes by ensuring materials, approvals, drawings and critical information are available when required
• Build and manage strong relationships with Trade Partners and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality and programme objectives are achieved
• Coordinate procurement activities, subcontractor onboarding and package delivery throughout the project lifecycle
• Review shop drawings, technical submissions and project documentation to ensure compliance, buildability and alignment with project requirements
• Support design coordination across consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams to resolve issues before they impact delivery
• Drive Quality Assurance outcomes through inspections, documentation management and subcontractor accountability
• Identify risks, remove delivery roadblocks and maintain project momentum
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Managers and Services teams on technically complex projects
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of Graduates and Cadets

What You'll Bring

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience working for a Head Contractor in a Project Coordinator, Site Engineer or Project Engineer capacity
• Exposure to the delivery of large-scale commercial, industrial, infrastructure, mission-critical or technically complex projects
• Strong understanding of the project lifecycle, from procurement and design coordination through to construction delivery and project close-out
• Experience managing subcontractors, coordinating project packages and driving programme outcomes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with Trade Partners, consultants and project teams
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to thrive in fast-paced project environments

Highly Desirable;

• Previous experience delivering Data Centre or mission-critical projects
• Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 builder
• Completion of a structured Graduate Programme with a recognised Head Contractor
• Exposure to services-intensive projects involving significant mechanical and electrical interfaces

Why Kapitol?

• Deliver technically complex Data Centre projects helping shape Australia's digital infrastructure
• Join one of Australia's fastest-growing Design & Construct builders
• Work alongside highly experienced leaders across Project Delivery, Design and Services
• Career development opportunities within one of Australia's fastest-growing construction companies
• Fast-tracked career progression based on capability and performance
• Structured learning and development tailored to your career goalsJoin a business that embraces a lessons learned culture, continuously improving the way we design, plan and deliver projects
• Access to innovative health and wellbeing initiatives, including Kapitol's partnership with preventative health provider Everlab
• Monday to Friday working environment (no weekends)
• Paid Parental Leave and wellbeing initiatives
• Be part of a business recognised as Australia's #1 Builder in the Hubexo Construction League Report
• Join a team passionate about innovation, digital engineering and continuous improvement

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia and successfully complete a Medical and Federal Police Check.