Field-Driven Quality

Quality as high as necessary — but never unnecessarily high.

Built for the Jobsite

Clarity

No fluff. No binders. FDQ uses tools you can actually use in the field.

Ownership

FDQ puts quality into the hands of the crews — not just the QC office. Ownership means crews know why quality matters, how to spot issues early, and how to fix problems before they become rework. FDQ Level 1 teaches this from day one.

Effectiveness

We don’t chase perfection. We prevent rework and protect the budget. Quality is a business tool, not a burden.

Two Levels. One Mission.

FDQ fills a critical gap in the world of construction quality. While most systems focus on compliance from the top down, Field-Driven Quality starts where the work actually happens — in the dirt, on the pipe, and on the pad. We give crews clarity and control, and we give leadership a system that sticks. FDQ is where practicality meets performance.

FDQ Level 1

For field personnel practicing FDQ principles in real jobsite conditions — foremen, inspectors, welders, and operators.

✔️ Learn to read and apply FDQ-tailored documentation
✔️ Complete checklists, logs, and forms with confidence
✔️ Identify and reduce field-level risks before they hit inspection
✔️ Use FDQ tools during setup, task prep, and walkdowns

FDQ Level 2

For leaders implementing FDQ at scale — superintendents, QA leads, project managers, and discipline coordinators.

✔️ Use and adapt tools like the Risk Profile Template and Field Info Sheet
✔️ Lead pre-task quality talks and systemize field ownership
✔️ Train Level 1 crews and build FDQ into project workflows
✔️ Access editable documents, rollout guides, and dashboard support