Rq Construction, Llc
Specializes in construction, project management, and design services across various sectors.
Project Architect
Lead multi‑disciplinary DoD architecture projects from design through construction.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Lead a multidisciplinary design team. • Produce schematic layouts and preliminary designs. • Prepare construction documents and detailing for architectural projects. • Participate in client, internal, and agency design review meetings. • Coordinate architecture team workload across project phases to meet schedules. • Review architectural documents for interdisciplinary conflicts. • Write and edit specifications using SpecsIntact software. • Manage addenda, RFIs, and change orders with other disciplines. • Assist in developing project design schedules. • Conduct QA/QC and technical reviews, including Independent Technical Reviews. • Oversee project phases from design through construction administration. • Serve as primary coordinator for multi‑million‑dollar projects.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸schematic design
- ▸construction docs
- ▸design review
- ▸specs writing
- ▸rfi management
- ▸qa/qc
What You Bring
The company is seeking a licensed Project Architect for its Architecture Department, focusing on military construction projects. Based in Carlsbad, the Project Architect will manage multiple projects and coordinate across fire protection, civil, landscape, structural, interior, mechanical, electrical, and telecommunications disciplines, serving as the technical leader on DoD design‑build contracts. Candidates must be a registered architect (NCARB certification preferred) with a bachelor's or master’s degree in architecture and at least 15 years of experience producing construction documentation on $30‑$150 million projects. A strong understanding of civil, structural, MEP, and low‑voltage systems, familiarity with DoD Unified Facilities Criteria and building codes, and proficiency in Revit and related software are required. RQC, LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Candidates must provide proof of identity and U.S. work authorization and will be required to pass drug screening and background checks, including a DoD clearance for military site access. • Hold a valid Architect registration (NCARB certification preferred). • Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture. • Have 15+ years experience on $30‑$150M construction documentation projects. • Understand civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and low‑voltage systems. • Demonstrate expertise in architectural detailing, code implementation, and DoD (UFC) standards. • Proficient in Revit and other design software (Adobe, Bluebeam, SpecsIntact, MS Office). • Exhibit strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. • Able to travel 20‑30% as required.
Requirements
- ▸ncarb
- ▸revit
- ▸15+ years
- ▸dod
- ▸bluebeam
- ▸leadership
Benefits
The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $130,000 per year, a hybrid work schedule (office Monday‑Wednesday, optional remote Thursday‑Friday), and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, generous paid time off, and professional development reimbursement. • Salary range $100,000‑$130,000 annually, based on experience. • Hybrid schedule: office Monday‑Wednesday, optional remote Thursday‑Friday. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. • 401(k) plan with competitive employer match. • Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal days. • Professional development reimbursement for licensing and continuing education.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time