Rq Construction, Llc
Specializes in construction, project management, and design services across various sectors.
Director of Civil Engineering
Lead civil engineering practice for DoD projects, managing team and strategy.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Lead and set strategic/technical direction for the civil engineering practice on DoD projects. • Oversee interdisciplinary coordination and ensure compliance with DoD design standards. • Build, mentor, and grow a civil engineering team serving U.S. military clients. • Manage civil/site design projects, including federal procurement methods (DBB, DB, ECI) under FAR regulations. • Utilize civil design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, StormCAD, HEC‑RAS, and InfoDrainage. • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, permitting procedures, and codes. • Travel to job sites as required.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸technical direction
- ▸coordination
- ▸project management
- ▸design software
- ▸regulatory compliance
- ▸site visits
What You Bring
We are seeking a Director of Civil Engineering to lead our Civil Engineering Department in Jacksonville, FL, with relocation assistance for out‑of‑area candidates. Reporting as a senior leader, you will set the strategic and technical direction of the firm’s civil engineering practice on DoD projects, ensuring compliance with DoD‑specific design standards and coordinating interdisciplinary teams. The role requires deep expertise in military infrastructure, the ability to grow and mentor a dedicated team, and alignment with the enterprise’s core values. RQC is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates must provide proof of identity and U.S. work authorization, pass a drug screen and a commercial criminal background check, including a stricter DoD background check for access to military bases. • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred) and a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. • Possess 15+ years of civil/site design experience, preferably with DoD or military infrastructure projects.
Requirements
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸pe license
- ▸15+ years
- ▸dod experience
- ▸military infrastructure
- ▸leadership
Benefits
As an engineer at RQ you will join a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team that thrives on innovation, learning, and creating solutions that matter. You will work on diverse, high‑impact projects across the United States and overseas, collaborating with passionate engineers, designers, and builders committed to excellence. The position offers the chance to shape the future of the company, influence processes, and leverage cutting‑edge technology. RQC provides a competitive salary, full benefits, and a flexible hybrid schedule. • Offer a competitive salary, full benefits package, and flexible hybrid work schedule.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time