Project Administrator

At Simonds, we believe that our people are the core of our business, and are instrumental in our continued growth and sustainable success. With a variety of roles across our business, ranging from construction to procurement; administration to drafting and various shared services (HR, IT, Finance), we have a number of roles to suit many skill levels.

So whether you are looking for your first job, are an experienced tradesperson or contemplating a career change, consider Simonds for your next opportunity.

Becoming part of Team Simonds means becoming part of the family. Our people are the heart of what we do. Our homes are built for the community, by the community, with a local network of employees, trades and suppliers all working towards this vision. It is this passion, dedication, and excellence that you will find on every Simonds job site, office, and display centre across the country. Today, we stand proudly as an ASX listed & leading national builder servicing customers across Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and New South Wales.

Simonds has helped shape Australia. Few can say that. Whether we're looking back at the homes of yesteryear, what we're building now, or everything that's still to come. We've not only shaped what Australia looks like, but more importantly, how Australia homes.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Project Administrator is a key role that coordinates dual occupancy project tasks to ensure that budgeted contract signings, permits & site starts are achieved within required time frames, and that customer satisfaction is maximized. Administer domestic building contracts in accordance with the company's contract type and the Domestic Building Contracts Act. Communicate project progress to stakeholders & customers and provide administrative support to the construction team.

Set up projects in Framework & MS Project and maintain the accuracy of baseline, forecast & actual task dates.

Some key tasks are:

• Liaise internally and with customers on their builds.
• Project Manage the pre-site process including Town Planning to ensure deadlines are met and communicated to all parties.
• Escalate potential issues with your recommendations for resolution.
• Prepare and present HIA contracts.
• Complete the relevant permit applications.

WHO YOU ARE

You will be qualified in a building field and have solid experience in the domestic or medium density building industry with exposure to administration or construction of commercial housing projects.

Alongside your knowledge of the Town planning process, land/building subdivision, knowledge of Building Regulations, domestic building contracts (AS/ HIA/ MBA and associated terminology), you'll have the ability to work unsupervised, excellent communication skills, the ability to problem solve, resolve conflicts, organise and set priorities.

WHY JOIN US?

Aside from a fantastic opportunity to join one of Australia's leading ASX listed residential builders, Simonds can offer you:

• Great benefits across a wide range of products and services including a generous discount on our award-winning homes as well as all the great things that go in them.
• Access to our free employee well-being program, including counselling, nutritional, financial, and legal support for both you and your immediate family.
• Access to Simonds Reward Days - receive an extra day of leave per year.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth through our Learning and Development programs on our inhouse Simonds Learning platform.
• Generous rewards and recognition.

A commensurate remuneration package will be negotiated with the right candidate.

If this sounds like your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you as soon as possible

Please note: You must have unlimited Australian work rights to be considered for this role.