Design Project Manager at RQ Construction, LLC in Jacksonville, FL, USA

Job description

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to multiple active projects while providing coordination and oversight across several disciplines
• Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow architects to ensure strong client representation and project delivery from start to finish
• Serve as a technical leader within the design group
• Lead projects from schematic design through construction documentation

Requirements

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

Skills

Required

• Proficiency in Revit

Preferred

• NCARB certification

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