About the Role
We are seeking an organised and proactive Scheduling Assistant to support our Operations Team in the delivery of residential construction projects. This role is ideal for someone with construction administration or coordination experience who enjoys working with schedules, trades, and suppliers to keep projects running smoothly and on time.
You will play a key support role in booking site starts, maintaining construction programs, and preparing Purchase Orders, while ensuring clear communication across internal teams and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist the Operations Team with booking and confirming site starts.
* Maintain and update the construction program to ensure accuracy of dates, sequencing, and key milestones.
* Liaise with trades and suppliers to confirm availability and scheduled works.
* Monitor construction schedules and identify potential risks or conflicts, including weather delays, site issues, and material lead times.
* Prepare and issue Purchase Orders to suppliers and subcontractors in line with approved programs and start dates.
* Work with the Estimating Manager to review Purchase Orders for accuracy of scope, pricing, and inclusions.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure construction schedules are kept up to date within internal systems.
* Communicate schedule updates clearly to relevant stakeholders.
About You
* Previous experience in construction administration, scheduling, coordination, or estimating support roles.
* Residential construction experience preferred but not essential.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* High attention to detail, particularly with dates, scopes, and Purchase Orders.
* Confident communicator, comfortable following up trades and suppliers.
* Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel, and willing to learn internal construction or project management systems.
What We Offer
* A supportive team environment within a growing construction business.
* Exposure to end-to-end construction operations and scheduling.
* Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the Operations team.
* Competitive remuneration based on experience.
If you believe you have the right skills and experience for this position, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now via SEEK with a cover letter and your resume