At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Graduate Program to learn and grow in construction, estimating, and drafting.
- Company: NEX Building Group, a leading builder of residential homes in Australia.
- Benefits: Structured career development, mentoring, networking, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Exciting rotations and opportunities for permanent roles after the program.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with hands-on experience and support from industry leaders.
- Qualifications: Recent graduates in relevant fields with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Build Your Future Career with NEX Building Group. McDonald Jones Homes has grown and evolved to offer a range of building services that cater to diverse needs, goals and budgets and today we are recognised as one of Australia's leading builders of residential homes. We strive to set the benchmark in the new home building industry while ensuring that our people, both customers and staff, are at the centre of everything we do along the way.
We are part of the NEX Building Group, an Australian network of more than 1300 passionate people who all share one purpose: to build beautiful homes for Australians. We are excited to offer Graduate opportunities within our 2027 Graduate Program, providing you with the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, develop technical and leadership capabilities, and build a successful long-term career within our growing organisation. This opportunity is ideally suited to graduates with a passion for construction, drafting and/or estimating.
About the Program
Commencing February 2027, our structured 2-year Graduate Program provides exposure to multiple areas of the residential building industry through a series of rotations. You’ll be based in the office Monday to Friday.
Throughout the program, graduates will participate in:
- Soft skills and professional development workshops
- Keynote speaker sessions with industry and business leaders
- A collaborative graduate group project
- Leadership development opportunities
- Tours of Supaloc, MyChoice, display homes and key supplier locations
- Dedicated mentor and buddy support
Following successful completion of the program, graduates will transition into a permanent role within NEX Building Group.
About You
We’re looking for enthusiastic graduates who:
- Graduated in 2025 or 2026
- Hold a degree in Construction Management, Building and design, Built Environment, Property Development, Project Management, Trade Qualification or related discipline.
- Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Demonstrate initiative, curiosity and a willingness to learn
- Are passionate about building a long-term career in the residential construction industry
- Are willing to undertake occasional interstate travel as part of the Graduate Program
Why Join NEX Building Group?
At NEX Building Group, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive and innovative culture where graduates are empowered to contribute from day one.
You’ll benefit from:
- A structured career development pathway
- Exposure to multiple areas of the business
- Senior leader mentoring and support
- Strong networking opportunities across our brands
- Ongoing learning and development programs
- A clear transition into a permanent role at the completion of the program
Employee benefits: Discounts on gym membership, motor vehicle, health insurance and MORE!
Applications are now open, with offers expected to be extended by the end of November 2026.
To find out more about NEX Building Group, visit www.nexbg.com.au, follow us on LinkedIn, or contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
Graduate Program 2027 - Construction/Estimating/Drafting employer: McDonald Jones Homes Pty
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