Project Administrator
Wānaka & Central
ShareAbout the Role: Project Administrator, Wānaka & Central
We’re looking for a reliable and organised Project Administrator to join our team in Wānaka. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting others, keeping things running smoothly, and taking ownership of day‑to‑day admin tasks.
You’ll be part of a positive, supportive team where people genuinely look out for each other, and you’ll have the chance to grow your skills without being thrown in the deep end. The work is varied, the projects are interesting, and you’ll get to be involved in things that make a real difference to the team and the wider community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carrying out administrative duties for Project Manager and Site Manager
- Scheduling meetings and taking minutes
- Tracking expenses and helping with basic accounts
- Being the main contact for project participants
- Collecting subcontractor paperwork
- Managing timesheets and ensuring they’re completed on time
- Carrying out site inductions
- Health and Safety checks and reporting
- General office duties including answering calls, emails, and greeting visitors
Skills & Experience:
- At least 6 months in a similar role
- High level of attention-to-detail and the ability to produce highly accurate documents efficiently
- Ability to prioritise and deliver on tight timeframes, with flexibility to meet competing priorities
- Experience working with numbers/accounts experience is beneficial
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- High level of computer literacy
- Can do, proactive attitude
About Us
Beginning in Dunedin with modest roots, Cook Brothers Construction has experienced significant growth over the past nineteen years. Today, we proudly serve the Queenstown, Wānaka, Canterbury, Otago, and Auckland regions.
We believe in celebrating our achievements, recognising the hard work and dedication that have driven our success. Our team and our projects stand as a testament to this commitment. Our approach is to inspire rather than manage. We trust our teams to make the best decisions for Cook Brothers Construction, granting them the freedom to act in the company's best interest.
Our pursuit of innovation, quality, client satisfaction, sustainability, and health and safety drives us to be a national leader in the construction industry. We believe our team is the cornerstone of this ambition.
If you’re eager to be a part of this journey, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for a stable, well‑supported role where you can grow your skills and be part of a team that genuinely values what you bring. You’ll be working on interesting projects, in a beautiful part of the country, with people who want you to succeed! If you enjoy variety, like being organised, and want a role where your work makes a real difference to the team, this is a strong next step in your career. Apply now!
At Cook Brothers Construction, your health, safety, and wellbeing are our top priorities. All successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
Please note, we are not accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.