Graduate Project Coordinator - Engineering Projects

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate salary package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Graduate Project Coordinator to join our client’s project management team in Queenstown. The role offers hands-on experience in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination across engineering projects from inception to completion.

You will work closely with project managers, liaise with clients, and contribute to documentation, reporting, and procurement processes. A full-time in-office/site-based schedule is expected, with growth opportunities in project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or Construction Management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Project, Excel and Word.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities, resources, equipment and information.
• Liaise with clients to define project requirements and objectives.
• Manage project documentation including contracts, drawings and reports.
• Track progress and address issues to keep milestones on track.
• Provide project status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable engineering and construction firm, is seeking an organized and driven Graduate Project Coordinator to support their project management team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain foundational experience in managing complex engineering projects from inception to completion. You will assist project managers with planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and communication, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. This role requires strong organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and a keen interest in the construction and engineering sectors. The position is based full-time at our client's project sites and offices in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities, resources, equipment, and information.
• Liaise with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Manage project documentation, including contracts, drawings, and reports.
• Track project progress and address potential issues.
• Communicate project updates to all relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure that project milestones are met and deliverables are completed on time.
• Assist in the preparation of project status reports.
• Support the procurement process for project materials and services.
• Help maintain project management software and databases.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards on project sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), Construction Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to project management methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently when required.
• Must be able to commit to a full-time, in-office and site-based role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .
• A keen interest in project management within the engineering and construction industry.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive graduate salary package and opportunities for professional development within project management.
• You will gain invaluable practical experience on diverse engineering projects.
• The role provides exposure to site operations and office-based project coordination in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .
• Our client invests in their employees' growth, offering training in project management tools and methodologies, and supporting professional certifications.
• This position is ideal for building a solid career foundation in project management within a stable and reputable company.