Design Project Manager

RQ Construction LLC; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

RQ Construction LLC in Jacksonville, FL seeks a licensed Architect to fill the Design Project Manager role within our Architecture department, supporting DoD and other military design-build projects. You will coordinate across disciplines, lead technical design, and drive documentation from concept to construction, while representing clients and ensuring code compliance.

The position is based in our Jacksonville, FL office with a hybrid schedule and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture (required).
• Licensed/Registered Architect (required).
• NCARB certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience preparing construction documents.
• Solid knowledge of civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Advanced understanding of architectural detailing and technical design.
• Experience with DoD projects preferred.
• Proficient in Revit.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from schematic design through construction documents.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational capabilities.
• Willingness to travel ~20–30% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordination and oversight across disciplines for multiple projects.
• Lead projects from schematic design through construction documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to ensure client representation and delivery.
• Serve as technical leader within the design group and ensure code compliance.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

NCARB certification

Tools

Revit

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Bluebeam

SpecsIntact

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design Project Manager - Jacksonville, Florida

At RQ Construction, our Jacksonville, Florida team is looking for a licensed Architect to fill the Design Project Manager role within our Architecture department, supporting military Design-Build projects. In this role, you will contribute to multiple active projects while providing coordination and oversight across several disciplines, including fire protection and life safety, civil engineering, landscape architecture, structural systems, interior design, mechanical and plumbing systems, electrical systems, and telecommunications/audio-visual/security.

You will collaborate closely with engineers and fellow architects to ensure strong client representation and project delivery from start to finish. This position requires serving as a technical leader within the design group, bringing deep expertise in architectural design, construction documentation, building codes, and coordination across varied project types, ideally including Department of Defense (DoD) work.

This role is based in our Jacksonville, FL office.

Compensation & Benefits:

The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $150,000 annually. Final compensation will depend on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and overall skill set.

• Hybrid schedule: In-office Monday through Wednesday, with optional remote work on Thursdays and Fridays
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with competitive employer match
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture (required)
• Licensed/Registered Architect (required)
• NCARB certification (preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years' experience preparing construction documents for projects ranging from $30M to $150M
• Solid knowledge of civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and low-voltage systems
• Advanced understanding of architectural detailing and technical design
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) projects (preferred)
• Proficiency in Revit
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from schematic design through construction documentation
• Demonstrated understanding of code implementation, construction practices and methodologies
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational capabilities
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and applicable codes
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-30% as needed

Software Skills:

Revit, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Bluebeam, SpecsIntact, and Microsoft Office

Since its founding in 1996, RQC, LLC. has built a strong reputation as a key contributor to Southern California's commercial and government Design-Build sector. The company is headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, and operates regional offices and project sites across the United States, including an expanding presence in Jacksonville, FL.

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).