Site Administrator

McConnell Dowell is a major engineering, construction and infrastructure company delivering complex projects across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We are currently seeking a Site Administrator to join our Ryde to Pymble Pipeline Upgrade team in Sydney.

This is a site-based position supporting a high-performing project team responsible for delivering critical water infrastructure for the community.
Initially offered as a 6-month fixed-term contract, this opportunity provides an excellent pathway into McConnell Dowell. With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects across the region, longer-term opportunities may exist for high performers.

About the Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play a key role in keeping the project running smoothly through the delivery of efficient site administration, financial processing, payroll support and office coordination functions.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate day-to-day administration and operations of the project site office.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, delivery dockets and support project cost reporting.
• Manage weekly payroll administration, employee records and timesheet coordination.
• Maintain document control systems, project correspondence and office filing.
• Organise meetings, travel, accommodation and site logistics for project personnel.
• Provide administrative support to project leadership while acting as the first point of contact for site

About You
You are an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced project environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Previous administration experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering, utilities or project environments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Confident communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
• The ability to work independently while supporting a busy project team.

Why Join McConnell Dowell?

• Be part of a major Sydney infrastructure project.
• Join a respected and established project delivery organisation.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Gain exposure to complex infrastructure delivery and project operations.
• Potential longer-term career opportunities within McConnell Dowell's growing Australian project portfolio.

If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to a significant infrastructure project while building your career with a leading contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities & cultures including Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks.

This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.