Facade Supervisor

Elk Recruitment; Ireland; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Recruitment is seeking a driven Façade Supervisor to join our client’s Cork-based team. The role focuses on leading bricklaying crews on residential, commercial, industrial or large-scale construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have extensive brickwork and masonry knowledge, strong leadership and the ability to interpret drawings and specifications. A full driving licence and willingness to travel between project locations are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Bricklaying Foreman or similar supervisory role on large construction projects.
• Extensive brickwork, blockwork and masonry construction knowledge.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical details.
• Experience managing site labour, subcontractors and materials to meet targets.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate bricklaying operatives and subcontractors on site.
• Plan daily/weekly activities and allocate labour and materials.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure masonry delivery.
• Monitor workmanship and conduct quality inspections.
• Coordinate material deliveries and site resources.
• Liaise with Site Managers, Engineers, QS and other supervisors.
• Address technical, logistical and labour challenges.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and risk assessments.
• Provide progress updates and highlight delays.
• Maintain site records and progress reports.
• Support training and development of operatives.
• Assist with project handovers and snag lists.

Skills

Leadership

Site supervision

Masonry construction

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Health & safety

Education

Bricklaying or Masonry construction trade qualification

SSSTS/SMSTS or equivalent site supervisory qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Digital site reporting systems

Project management systems

Job description

At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a driven Façade Supervisor to join our client’s growing team based in Cork. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Façade Supervisor to make a real impact in an innovative and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and coordinate bricklaying operatives and subcontractors to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with project programmes.
• Plan daily and weekly activities, allocating labour, materials and equipment to maximise productivity and meet construction milestones.
• Review drawings, specifications and construction details to ensure masonry works are delivered in accordance with design requirements.
• Monitor workmanship standards and carry out regular quality inspections to ensure all brickwork, blockwork and masonry installations meet company and client expectations.
• Coordinate material deliveries, storage and usage on site, minimising waste and ensuring sufficient resources are available to maintain progress.
• Liaise closely with Site Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and other trade supervisors to coordinate works and resolve site issues.
• Identify and address technical, logistical and labour-related challenges, implementing practical solutions to maintain programme objectives.
• Ensure compliance with project-specific method statements, risk assessments and company health & safety policies, promoting a strong safety culture across all masonry activities.
• Monitor progress against programme requirements and provide regular updates to Site Management, highlighting risks, delays and mitigation measures.
• Maintain accurate site records including labour returns, progress reports, quality inspections and site instructions.
• Assist with the training, mentoring and development of bricklaying operatives and apprentices, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.
• Support project handover activities, ensuring snagging items are completed promptly and all masonry works are delivered to the required standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Bricklaying Foreman, Lead Bricklayer or similar supervisory role on residential, commercial, industrial or large-scale construction projects.
• Extensive practical knowledge of brickwork, blockwork, masonry construction techniques and associated construction processes.
• Strong ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical details.
• Demonstrated experience managing site labour, subcontractors and material resources to achieve programme targets.
• Sound understanding of quality control procedures and workmanship standards within masonry construction.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams and build strong working relationships with site management, clients and subcontractors.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Good understanding of health & safety legislation, safe systems of work and site compliance requirements.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; experience using digital site reporting and project management systems is desirable.
• Relevant trade qualification in Bricklaying or Masonry Construction. SSSTS, SMSTS or equivalent site supervisory qualification would be advantageous.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between project locations as required.