Construction Assistant Superintendent

RQ Construction•Carlsbad, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

RQ is hiring a Construction Assistant Superintendent for its West Coast Field Operations team, supporting military construction projects throughout San Diego County. The position is headquartered at the company’s Carlsbad, California office, but requires work at project sites throughout the region. The Assistant Superintendent supports the Superintendent and daily field operations by coordinating subcontractors, supervising field activities, and helping ensure work is safe, on schedule, within budget, and compliant with project specifications, drawings, proposals, and contract requirements. The role also supports quality control and schedule management and promotes company standards, culture, and values. Candidates must be eligible to gain access to active military bases. RQC, LLC is a fully integrated design-build contractor serving government and commercial clients throughout the United States. Its capabilities include architecture and engineering, construction management, trade contracting, virtual design and construction, and sustainable building solutions emphasizing LEED-certified practices. The company manages projects ranging from approximately $30 million to more than $300 million across the U.S. and internationally. RQ values Integrity, Leadership, and Quality and describes its workplace as collaborative, with opportunities for career development and employee contributions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience in a lead Foreman or similar supervisory role overseeing scheduling, procurement, safety compliance, field operations, quality control, and multiple stages of construction on mid-sized to large projects.
Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and web-based applications; training is available if necessary.
CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, EM-385, and STS certifications, or ability to obtain them through company-provided training.
Must be eligible to gain access to active military bases.
Candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
Must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check for access to a military base job site when applicable.

Nice To Haves

Additional education in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline.
At least 3 years of practical field or trade experience.
Experience working on government, military, or major commercial construction projects.
Design-Build construction background.
Experience using Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM platforms, or Revit.
LEED Green Associate certification.

Responsibilities

Support field leadership and daily construction operations.
Work closely with the Superintendent to coordinate subcontractors and supervise field activities.
Help ensure construction work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications, drawings, proposals, and contract requirements.
Support quality control efforts and schedule management.
Promote company standards, culture, and values.