Client Side | Contracts Administrator | Construction
- Melbourne CBD
- Permanent / Full Time
- $110,000 - $140,000 + Super Total Salary Package
- Respected and very financially secure business - part of a wider group
- Excellent team culture (my previous placements can attest to this)
- $110,000 - $140,000 + Super | Transition to a Client Side Project Manager role
We’re seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support a range of upcoming industrial and large format retail developments across Australia.
This role is ideal for a Contracts Administrator from a builder who wants to move client-side and gain exposure to both active projects and early-stage planning within a growing development pipeline.
THE COMPANY
A respected developer based in Melbourne, known for delivering high-quality commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects. They have in-house construction and development capabilities and offer end-to-end control from acquisition and approvals through to delivery and handover.
Their relationship-driven culture, technical expertise, and stable leadership team make them a standout employer for long-term career growth — especially for those transitioning from a builder into development and client-side project management.
WHAT YOU GET
As Assistant Project Manager, you will support senior leaders in managing projects from early planning through to delivery, including:
YOU
Send an up-to-date copy of your CV & Project List to my email.
Alternatively, get in touch with me directly for a highly confidential discussion about this opportunity and whether it’s the right client-side step for you.
Paul Conway
paul@3drecruitment.com.au
0478 178 737
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This role is ideal for a Contracts Administrator from a builder who wants to move client-side and gain exposure to both active projects and early-stage planning within a growing development pipeline.
THE COMPANY
A respected developer based in Melbourne, known for delivering high-quality commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects. They have in-house construction and development capabilities and offer end-to-end control from acquisition and approvals through to delivery and handover.
Their relationship-driven culture, technical expertise, and stable leadership team make them a standout employer for long-term career growth — especially for those transitioning from a builder into development and client-side project management.
WHAT YOU GET
- $110,000 – $140,000 + Super (negotiable depending on experience)
- Mobile phone (or allowance) and laptop provided
- Work alongside a respected, highly experienced development & project leadership team
- Strong and secure project pipeline through to 2027 and beyond
- Join a business that values long-term partnerships
- Work with one of Victoria’s busiest and most financially secure developers
- Be part of high-quality, landmark projects across industrial, commercial, and mixed-use sectors
- Enjoy a collaborative, grounded culture focused on delivery, relationships, and results
- Clear pathway to Project Manager / Development Manager for the right person
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Industrial Warehouses & Logistics Facilities
- Large-Scale / Large Format Retail Developments
- Private Developers and National Tenants
- Project values ranging from $20M to $150M+
As Assistant Project Manager, you will support senior leaders in managing projects from early planning through to delivery, including:
- Assisting with end-to-end project delivery across commercial, retail, and industrial developments
- Liaising with councils, consultants, and stakeholders to support approvals and progress design
- Coordinating and reviewing design and construction documentation with architects, engineers, and other consultants
- Working closely with builders to support design optimisation, buildability, and cost outcomes
- Assisting with project programming, reporting, and meeting actions
- Helping monitor budgets, variations, and cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
- Supporting compliance with all planning, zoning, and building regulations
- Preparing clear project reports, summaries, and recommendations for key stakeholders
- Attending site and design meetings to gain full lifecycle exposure
YOU
- Degree in Construction Management, Property, or a related field
- 3–6 years’ experience in a Contracts Administrator, Project Coordinator, Junior PM or similar role with a commercial/industrial builder
- Strong understanding of construction, contracts, and procurement processes
- Exposure to commercial, industrial, or retail projects (Tier 2/3 builder background ideal)
- Excellent stakeholder and consultant management skills
- Keen interest in moving client-side and developing broader experience across design, approvals, and development
- Strong financial and commercial acumen, comfortable with budgets and reporting
- Proactive, organised, and confident communicating with builders, consultants, and internal stakeholders
Send an up-to-date copy of your CV & Project List to my email.
Alternatively, get in touch with me directly for a highly confidential discussion about this opportunity and whether it’s the right client-side step for you.
Paul Conway
paul@3drecruitment.com.au
0478 178 737
