Director of Civil Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1996, RQC, LLC is a full-service Design-Build firm headquartered in Carlsbad, California, specializing in accelerated, ground-up commercial construction with a primary emphasis on Department of Defense work. We deliver projects from $30 million to over $100 million across the United States and U.S. territories, including California, Florida, Virginia, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Naval Base Guantanamo Bay. Our continued success is built on six core values: Safety, Ethics, Innovation, People, Teamwork, and Discipline - To provide our customers the best built environment while being the first choice of all stakeholders.

Our services span construction management, architectural design, trade services, virtual design and construction (VDC), and sustainable/LEED-focused solutions, executed nationwide through dedicated field teams assigned to each jobsite.

We are currently seeking a Director of Civil Engineering to lead our Civil Engineering Department in Jacksonville, Florida. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates outside the area.

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding the overall direction, performance, and growth of the civil engineering team while ensuring the successful execution of Department of Defense projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with military design standards, site development, interdisciplinary coordination, and team leadership. This position plays a key role in advancing the firm's engineering capabilities while supporting the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values. At RQ, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative environment where engineers, designers, and construction professionals work together to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional results.

In addition to meaningful work, RQ offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a flexible hybrid work schedule.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $165,000 - $200,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Hybrid work schedule

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
• Current Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required
• At least 15 years of experience in civil/site design, military or DoD-related infrastructure work preferred
• Experience using industry-standard software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, InfoDrainage, or equivalent platforms
• Understanding of federal project delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), and Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) in compliance with FAR requirements
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and permitting processes
• Willingness to travel to project locations when required

Build your future with RQ and be part of innovative projects nationwide, apply today!

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).