Project Coordinator

The Opportunity: Join a High-Impact NBN Project Team in Canberra!

Are you ready to play a vital role in one of Australia’s most significant infrastructure upgrades? We're assembling a brand-new team in Canberra, ACT, and we're looking for an energetic and detail-driven professional to help plan, coordinate, and deliver a cutting-edge NBN upgrade project—on time, on budget, and above expectations.

This is your chance to work on a project that truly matters—bringing faster, more reliable internet to communities across Australia. You’ll be part of a collaborative team environment where your ability to manage systems and processes will directly contribute to the success of the entire team.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working Arrangements – Strike the perfect balance with a mix of in-office and work-from-home days.
• Job Security – Permanent full-time role supporting a major NBN project expected to run through to 2030.
• Career Growth – Tap into training, mentoring, and internal opportunities to take your career to the next level.
• Team Culture That Inspires – Join a supportive, knowledgeable, and open team that celebrates success and learns together.
• Employee Benefits - Access a wide range of benefits including; Discounted private health insurance, Paid parental leave, Discounted travel and lifestyle offers, Wellbeing and support programs

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist in preparing forecasts, financial reports, and validating expenditures against budgets.
• Support contract reconciliation with the Site Engineer.
• Maintain asset and equipment databases.
• Coordinate timely stock orders to meet construction schedules.
• Monitor and reconcile material quantities; ensure records are current.
• Help prepare Practical Completion documents and upload to SharePoint.
• Create, manage, and distribute work tickets.
• Assist in developing and tracking construction schedules; escalate delays.
• Use systems to monitor construction progress against BoQ and field records.
• Identify variations and prepare client notifications with Engineers.
• Monitor quality, report non-conformances, and support defect closeout.

About You:

• 2–3 years of experience in project accounting and/or administration
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (intermediate level)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills
• Self-motivated with a high level of personal drive
• Previous experience in finance administration is highly regarded
• Experience working in a project-based environment is desirable
• Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.

Position Reference Number: 163975