What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Quality Leader position at Ryan Fireprotection, Inc.?
Position Title: Site Quality Leader
Position Summary
The On-Site Quality Leader is responsible for ensuring that all fire protection installations on the jobsite (located in Lebanon, IN) meet Ryan Fireprotection’s quality standards, project specifications, and applicable NFPA and local code requirements. This role works directly with field crews, project management, and the Quality team to verify that work is completed correctly, safely, and in accordance with company and customer expectations.
Core Responsibilities
Quality Oversight
- Monitor daily work to ensure fire protection systems are installed per approved drawings, specifications, and applicable NFPA codes.
- Verify material quality, workmanship, and compliance with Ryan standards and customer requirements.
- Conduct regular walk-throughs and spot checks throughout the project lifecycle.
Inspections & Testing
- Coordinate and document inspections, hydrostatic testing, and system acceptance testing.
- Ensure all required test documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted to the project team.
- Support preparation for AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) inspections and customer site visits.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate quality records, including inspection logs, punch lists, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
- Communicate findings to the project manager and superintendent, ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented.
- Track quality metrics and recurring issues to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Continuous Improvement
- Work with field leadership and fabrication to resolve recurring quality issues and improve installation methods.
- Provide feedback on design or material concerns that impact field performance or code compliance.
- Promote a “right the first time” culture across field teams.
Collaboration & Leadership
Field Coordination
- Partner with foremen and fitters to ensure quality expectations are clearly understood and met.
- Support new or less experienced team members in understanding Ryan quality procedures.
Communication
- Serve as the on-site point of contact for all quality-related matters.
- Collaborate with project management, safety, and engineering teams to address and resolve quality issues quickly.
Training & Support
- Provide informal, on-the-job coaching to reinforce correct installation and inspection practices.
- Participate in project start-up meetings to review quality requirements with crews.
Qualifications
- Experience in fire protection system installation, inspection, or quality assurance (NICET certification preferred).
- Strong understanding of NFPA standards and local code requirements.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to identify and correct quality issues proactively.
- Ability to work independently on active construction sites
