Job Description

Construction Project Coordinator

Be part of one of Australia’s fastest-growing QSR brands. At El Jannah, we’re famous for legendary charcoal chicken, but behind the scenes, our growth is powered by a passionate team who bring our restaurants to life.

We’re looking for a Construction Project Coordinator to help deliver new El Jannah restaurants from concept to opening. This role balances office-based administration with on-site coordination, ensuring every project meets our quality, safety, and compliance standards.

What you’ll do

• Manage the approvals and certification process, liaising with certifiers, councils, and builders to secure Occupation Certificates.

• Coordinate project documentation, schedules, and budgets in line with Construction Manager timelines.

• Conduct site visits to track progress, identify defects, and ensure issues are resolved before handover.

• Build strong working relationships with builders, contractors, franchise partners, and regulatory bodies.

• Support on-site coordination and assist with permits and approvals across multiple states.

What we’re looking for

• Qualifications in Project Management, Property, or Business (Certificate/Diploma/Degree) desirable but not essential.

• Experience in administration or coordination roles, ideally within QSR, retail, or construction environments.

• Knowledge of state construction regulations and approvals processes highly regarded.

• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Confident communicator with councils, contractors, and internal teams.

• Willingness to travel and support projects on-site as needed.

Why join El Jannah?

• Play a key role in shaping the future of an iconic Australian food brand.

• Be part of a values-led team built on welcoming, authenticity, fun-loving spirit, and true teamwork.

• Opportunities to grow with a fast-expanding business.