Project Administrator (Pathway to Project Manager) – Cairns (Full-Time) Portsmith About the Role A well-established and growing construction / industrial projects business is seeking a capable Project Administrator to join their Operations team in Cairns. This is not a standard admin-only role — it’s ideal for someone who wants to develop into a Trainee Project Manager / Junior Project Manager over time, with exposure across real project delivery activities, commercial processes, client communication and quality documentation. If you’re a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, or Project Administrator ready to step into the project management space — we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure documentation and deliverables are completed on schedule • Project document control (incoming/outgoing), including construction programs, erection procedures, safety plans and site induction requirements • Generate and maintain QA documentation such as MDRs, ITPs, material manifests and drawing/document registers • Scan and upload workshop QA documentation into job folders • Assist with procurement activities including requesting quotes and raising purchase orders • Use MYOB Advanced for purchase orders, change orders, progress claims and variations • Support progress claims and contract variations as directed by Project Managers • Attend weekly project meetings and record minutes when required • Work closely with supervisors and project teams to support project delivery What We’re Looking For Essential: • Experience in a similar role within a building / construction environment • Strong planning, coordination and time management skills • Understanding of project and construction processes • High-level communication skills and stakeholder coordination • Current C Class Driver Licence Highly Regarded: • Tertiary qualifications (Engineering / Construction / Project Management or similar) • Experience in steel fabrication and/or erection projects • Confidence working across project systems, reporting and document controls The Type of Person Who Will Succeed • Self-motivated, reliable and trustworthy • Customer focused (internal and external) • Comfortable multitasking and working autonomously • Keen to build long-term skills and progress into a Project Manager pathway • Committed to safety, quality and strong workplace standards