Construction Cadet

About Us

Throughout our 19-year history, Growthbuilt has built a strong reputation by establishing vibrant partnerships with our clients based on trust, transparency, and innovation. What sets us apart is our commitment to working hand-in-hand with our clients from the beginning to the end of each project, ensuring that we align with their vision and deliver a safe, successful outcome on time and within budget, while maintaining exceptional quality. Our expertise extends across various sectors, including aged care, seniors living, residential, education, mixed use, community, and commercial projects, showcasing our capabilities as a leading design and construction company.

At the core of our success is a passionate team of contracting experts who are dedicated to their work. Under the guidance of our dynamic senior management team, we prioritise the ongoing development and growth of our people, fostering a culture of transparency, inclusiveness, and collaboration. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our Gold Star iCIRT rating, making us one of the first construction companies in NSW to receive this.

Growthbuilt’s Cadet Program

Our 2025 Cadet Program cohort will commence 3rd February.

Our cadet program is a unique, immersive development experience designed to give you hands-on exposure to real-world projects while you complete your studies involving on-the-job rotations and bespoke training.

Whilst completing your studies, you will join us on a 2-year program, where you will rotate across a variety of iconic construction projects across Sydney. Over the two-year journey, you'll rotate through some of Sydney's most iconic construction sites, gaining invaluable experience across our core streams: Site Management, Engineering, and Commercial.

In your first year, you'll explore all three areas, building a strong foundation in each. By your second year, you’ll choose a stream that aligns with your interests, setting the course for a successful career in construction.

Our Cadet program is overseen by trusted senior leaders who, as ambassadors of the program will guide and support your journey through university and your cadetship.

This program offers more than just industry experience; it’s your opportunity to discover the career path that excites you most. With diverse exposure and top-tier mentorship, there’s no better way to launch your career in construction than with Growthbuilt.

Hear from our cadets: Still unsure if our program is right for you? We’ve gone on-site to capture first-hand experiences from our cadets. Watch the video to hear what they have to say about life in the Growthbuilt Cadet Program!

About The Role

Across your rotations, you will be supported to build your capacity in the following responsibilities:

• Attend project and Subcontractor meetings and take minutes
• Track and record site inspections
• Conduct task observations
• Review site drawings and identify inconsistencies and ambiguities
• Prepare look ahead programs
• Read and understand construction documentation including specifications, reports and drawings
• Complete quality control reports
• Prepare and issue RFIs
• Log and track defects
• Complete scope of works
• Prepare and manage Subcontracts and documentation
• Process purchase orders and invoices
• Assist with preparing a Head Contract variation
• Prepare weekly project reports

Plus a variety of other things depending on your project and team.

About You

Our program doesn’t require you to have prior experience in construction, but here is what we look for in a Cadet:

• An enthusiastic and motivated university student in their 2nd or 3rd year of Bachelors in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering
• Can work a minimum of 4 days per week, with 1 day per week to continue your studies
• Eager to start you career in construction industry
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Be able to travel to our project locations in Sydney

What’s In It For You?

• 1 day paid study leave per week to attend classes during semester
• Build lifelong connections with other cadets in your cohort, sharing learnings and experiences
• Progression into a Graduate role after completing the cadet program
• Mentoring from senior leaders in the business
• Opportunity to work closely on a diverse range of projects with high performing teams
• Be a part of a culture that promotes well-being, growth and creativity
• Connect and engage with peers through company social events

How to Apply

For more information about Growthbuilt and our Cadet Program, testimonials, and details about the recruitment process download the Cadet Program Handbook on the Growthbuilt Careers page.

We are hiring now for our 2025 Cadet intake. When you click ‘Apply’ you will be asked to complete a short application form.

We appreciate the time you take to apply, so we will respond to every application.