2026 Vacationer Program Major Projects Advisory

Applications are now open to join our Major Projects Advisory team for a Winter or Summer vacationer position in 2026.

Major Projects Advisory are trusted advisors for private corporate and government clients and offer solutions for enhancing performance mitigating risks and creating value. We help clients solve complex problems in an effective and efficient manner ensuring the overall strategic priorities and objectives are achieved.

Our teams work across a diverse range of sectors including transport utilities social infrastructure city shaping and future focused industries. Youll help governments and private industry clients with a range of advisory services including:

• Major project transaction and commercial advisory;
• Governance and investment decision making;
• Project and program management;
• Delivery and procurement strategies;
• Policy advisory;
• Asset management and optimisation; and
• Data modelling and analytics.

We have opportunities across our various offices so please indicate (from the listed options) which city you are interested in.

What youll be doing:

As a Vacationer in our Major Projects Advisory team youll get to work across the lifecycle of programs and projects and provide advisory and delivery services to public private and corporate clients. Youll be helping clients to solve complex problems in an effective and efficient manner ensuring their overall strategic priorities and objectives are achieved. Whilst no two days will be the same you can expect to:

• work closely with key government and private sector clients to plan assess and deliver significant projects and programs;
• interact directly with clients and key stakeholders;
• develop and apply your management skills to help clients navigate through complex environments;
• assist the team in the development of quantitative and qualitative analysis;
• prepare and deliver high-quality written reports presentations and client deliverables;
• be part of a collaborative team environment in identifying key issues/risks and developing mitigation strategies and solutions and provide industry leading advice;
• stay abreast of industry trends and emerging practices to adapt strategies accordingly;
• work alongside a team that acts with integrity and prioritises the wellbeing of their people; and
• participate in business development marketing activities and attend industry events.

But its not all about work! As you settle into office life youll be paired with a buddy to help you navigate the ins and outs. Additionally youll have the opportunity to select a mentor who will offer guidance and support for your career development.

Qualifications :

• Studying a Tertiary qualification in business economics finance engineering or a related discipline;
• a strategic mindset and an understanding of and strong interest in advisory and consulting services;
• a desire to be at the cutting edge of transformation and are prepared to assist our Major Projects Advisory Team in providing practical solutions that directly address the core issues of our clients businesses and yield innovative outcomes; and
• a collaborative mindset and appreciate an environment that fosters innovation. You are motivated to find and solve challenging problems and are eager to be part of a firm that appreciates individuals who think outside the box for their clients and stakeholders.

This translates to you having:

• clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with our client organisations and collaborate within the team.
• problem solving skills including a logical and disciplined approach to deconstructing problems into their core issues;
• a bias towards action and delivering outcomes;
• empathy integrity and strong interpersonal qualities;
• strong academic results;
• relevant hands on experience working in a fast paced and highly adaptive environment; and
• eligibility to live and work in Australia (Australian citizens and permanent residents only).

Additional Information :

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 29 March 2026. 

At KordaMentha we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations challenges and opportunities with optimism curiosity and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches. 

Our teams diverse skillsets backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMenthas different mindset. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicants unique strengths and capabilities.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time