Project Administrator
Job Description
Brand:  Symal
Job Location:  Newcastle Office
Posting Start Date:  11/01/2026
Job Search Category:  Administration and Support

Make it yours 

Experience the excitement of building your administration career in our evolving construction company, where people and performance make amazing things happen. 

Who we are 

We're Symal, a proudly different group of companies with a story of significant growth, pushing whats possible as one of Australias largest self-performing contractors. 

We innovate with intent – problem solving and delivering the best outcomes to our partners, communities and each other - thats what has made Symal a success and will continue to into the future. 

It’s not what we do that defines us, its how we do it, building better together.

The role: As a Project Administrator with the Symal Group you’ll support projects with seamless administration, coordinating site documentation and communication to ensure efficient operations and help our teams deliver with confidence.

Your every day: 

  • Ensure accurate data collection and entry of all project-related transactions to assist the project team with their project reporting and management
  • Assist the team with entry of Progress Claims to ensure timely reporting of project revenue, along with assistance with monitoring Progress Claim Certifications in accordance with contract requirements
  • Provide administrative support working closely with the project team, suppliers and contractors

Who are you? 

  • Intermediate Microsoft Office suite experience
  • 3+ years relevant construction administration experience
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Knowledge of Jobpac or similar accounting package (preferred but not essential).

A career with us 

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours. 

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal. 

  • Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career. 
  • Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress. 
  • Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, were here to support you when you need it. 
  • Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people. 

Diversity of thought fuels our progress 

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. Were empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

Information at a Glance

Symal acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands upon which we work, live and socialise. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who we recognise as Australia’s First Peoples whose cultural practices continue today.