Design Project Manager

RQ Construction • Carlsbad, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

RQ Construction is seeking a licensed Architect to fill the Design Project Manager role within their Architecture department, supporting military Design-Build projects. This role involves contributing to multiple active projects by providing coordination and oversight across various disciplines such as fire protection and life safety, civil engineering, landscape architecture, structural systems, interior design, mechanical and plumbing systems, electrical systems, and telecommunications/audio-visual/security. The Design Project Manager 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 out of the Carlsbad, CA office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture (required)
• Licensed/Registered Architect (required)
• 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
• 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
• All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
• 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).

Nice To Haves

• NCARB certification (preferred)
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) projects (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide coordination and oversight across 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.
• 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.
• Bring deep expertise in architectural design, construction documentation, building codes, and coordination across varied project types.
• Lead projects from schematic design through construction documentation.
• Ensure code implementation, construction practices and methodologies are followed.
• Travel approximately 20-30% as needed.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior