Junior Project Manager – Shopfitter or Carpenter Step-Up
Genuine opportunity for an experienced tradesperson to step off the tools
Learn project management directly from experienced company directors
Work on major retail fitouts throughout Victoria and across Australia
READY TO STEP OFF THE TOOLS AND INTO PROJECT MANAGEMENT?
Adept Project Solutions is looking for a practical and motivated tradesperson ready to take the next step into project management.
This position would suit an experienced shopfitter, carpenter, cabinetmaker, leading hand or site supervisor who understands how construction works and wants to build a long-term career managing commercial fitout projects.
Previous experience with the title "Project Manager" is not essential. What matters is that you understand sites, can read drawings, communicate well and take responsibility for getting things done.
ABOUT ADEPT
Adept Project Solutions is an established national shopfitting company based in Bayswater. We deliver retail and commercial fitouts across Australia for recognised national brands.
With a solid pipeline of recently awarded projects, we are expanding our project delivery team.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working directly with our directors and experienced project managers, you will be trained across the full project lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will gradually include:
Reviewing drawings, specifications and project scopes
Assisting with project planning and construction programs
Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and site teams
Ordering materials and arranging deliveries
Attending site meetings,



inspections and site measures
Monitoring project progress, costs and deadlines
Assisting with variations and project documentation
Resolving practical site issues
Managing defects and project handover
Keeping clients and the Adept team informed throughout each project
This is a hands-on role combining office-based project coordination with regular site involvement.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone who has:
A background in shopfitting, carpentry, cabinetmaking or commercial construction
The ability to read and understand construction drawings
Strong organisation and communication skills
A practical approach to solving problems
Good computer skills and a willingness to learn new systems
The confidence to deal with trades, suppliers and clients
A White Card
Leading-hand, supervisory or site coordination experience will be highly regarded, but formal project-management experience is not required.
WHY JOIN ADEPT?
Genuine pathway from the tools into project management
Direct training and mentoring from experienced directors
Exposure to significant national retail projects
A varied role across the office, sites and project meetings
Real responsibility as your experience develops
Long-term career progression within a growing national company
Salary package based on your trade and construction experience
If you are an experienced tradesperson who knows you are capable of more and wants to build a career in project management, we would like to hear from you.
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📌 Junior Project Manager – Shopfitter Or Carpenter Step-Up (Melbourne)
🏢 Adept Projects
📍 Melbourne