Design Project Manager

Since 1996, RQC, LLC. has been a leading player in Southern California's robust commercial and governmental Design-Build economy. Headquartered in beautiful Carlsbad, CA, with regional offices and project locations nationwide, including a growing Jacksonville, FL office.

We are seeking a licensed architect to join our established Architecture Department within an integrated Design/Build (DB) construction company that focuses on military construction projects. The architect will actively be involved with multiple projects and provide oversight across a variety of key disciplines including fire protection/life safety, civil, landscape architecture, structural, interior design, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, and telecommunications/audio visual/security. The architect will work closely with other engineers and architectural team members to provide strong client management and representation for the duration of the projects. The architect will be a technical leader within the design team with technical expertise in architectural design, construction documents, construction, building codes, and project coordination issues associated with diverse project types ideally with the delivery of DoD military constructions projects.

This position will be based out of our Jacksonville, FL office.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Architect, required
• NCARB certificate, preferred
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, required
• 10 or more years of experience in construction documentation with projects valued at $30-$150 million
• Strong understanding of civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and low voltage systems
• Strong understanding of architectural construction detailing and technical expertise
• Department of Defense (DoD) experience, preferred
• Proficiency with and experience using Revit software
• Strong technical competence and proven experience in schematic design through construction documentation
• Demonstrated understanding of code implementation, construction practices and methodologies
• Strong leadership, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills
• Understanding and experience in Unified Facilities criteria (UFC) and building codes
• Travel may be required, approximately 20-30%

Software Proficiencies: REVIT, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop/InDesign/Illustrator, Bluebeam, SpecsIntact, and Microsoft Office

PAY & BENEFITS

The approximate pay range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of the posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, and skillset.

• Hybrid work schedule: Monday-Wednesday in the office and optional work-from-home days on Thursday and Friday
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Competitive employer matching to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holidays, and personal days to recharge and enjoy life outside of work

Professional Development: Reimbursement for continuing education related to license, license renewal reimbursement, and licensure support.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).