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Construction Assistant Superintendent

RQ Construction
Carlsbad, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2026

Since 1996, RQC, LLC. has been a leading player in Southern California's robust commercial and governmental Design-Build economy. Headquartered in beautiful Carlsbad, CA, we are a full-service Design-Build company. We offer management of projects throughout the United States, with our field operations' team members who work on location for each of our projects. We specialize in fast-track projects in new commercial construction for both public and private clients, with a primary focus in the Department of Defense market.

We are looking for Construction Assistant Superintendent candidates to join our West Coast Field Operations team for military projects located in San Diego County. Headquarter/Office assignment will be in Carlsbad, but specific construction project could be anywhere in San Diego County.

Assistant Superintendents are responsible for assisting the Superintendent in overseeing the daily supervision, direction, and coordination of assigned construction work activities, employees, and subcontractors on a project jobsite to safely produce quality work, within project requirements (i.e., RFP, plans, specifications, and proposal documents) targeted budget, schedule, and in alignment with RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values. Our Assistant Superintendents are required to work on projects, all of which require access to a military installation.

Pay: $85,000-$115,000 annually (depends on experience)

Fringe Benefits: Vehicle Allowance, Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits (UnitedHealthcare), Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay

Ideal Candidates will have the following experience:

  • A high school diploma or GED is the minimum formal education required for this position.
  • College courses in construction management, engineering, etc. preferred.
  • Three or more years work experience in a lead Foreman position (e.g., scheduling, ordering, field supervision, quality control, safety, and production of all phases in construction) on medium or large projects is required.
  • Three or more years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience is in the construction industry highly desirable; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred. Work in the design-build industry is preferred.
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Internet, etc.) required. Training can be provided.
  • Specific software literacy (Primavera 3/6, Viewpoint, BIM, Revit) preferred. Training can be provided.
  • CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30-hour Certifications, EM-385, and STS required; Training can be provided.
  • LEED GA Credential desirable.

Our mission is "to provide our customers the best built environment while being the first choice of all stakeholders."

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).

Salary : $85,000 - $115,000

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