Masonry Team Lead / Site Foreman – Residential / Custom Projects at Potts Masonry Inc – Holland, Michigan

Masonry Team Lead / Site Foreman Residential / Custom Projects

Masonry Team Lead / Site Foreman - Residential & Custom Projects

Company Name: Potts Masonry Inc.
Salary: $32.00 - $40.00+ per hour, depending on experience + bonus potential

Full Job Description

Potts Masonry Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Masonry Team Lead / Site Foreman to lead crews on high-end residential custom stone and brick projects throughout West Michigan. This is a hands-on leadership role for a skilled mason who can read blueprints, organize daily workflow, maintain quality standards, and keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, leads by example, and takes pride in craftsmanship, jobsite organization, and team productivity.

Who we are:

Potts Masonry Inc., established in 1988, is a premier masonry contractor specializing in large-scale residential and commercial projects. Based in West Michigan, Potts Masonry is a multi-generational family-owned business led by John Potts, Jeff Vander Laan, and Matt Potts. Known for excellence, the company brings over 35 years of expertise and a dedicated team of skilled professionals, ensuring projects are executed with precision, efficiency, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. With a reputation solidified in publications like Grand Rapids Press, Better Homes and Gardens, and Shore Magazine, Potts Masonry continues to set high standards in quality masonry craftsmanship.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and organize a masonry crew on custom residential projects

• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications

• Establish wall layout, heights, sequencing, and daily priorities

• Work alongside the team to set the pace and maintain productivity

• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are on-site and ready for daily work

• Inspect work in progress and completed work for quality and accuracy

• Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites

• Communicate project needs, labor needs, and jobsite issues with leadership

• Enforce PPE, fall protection, scaffolding, and general jobsite safety standards

• Identify and solve field issues quickly and effectively

• Represent Potts Masonry professionally on client-facing residential job sites

Daily Priorities:

• Study the blueprint and understand the scope of work

• Establish daily job priorities and production goals

• Plan layout, heights, and job sequencing

• Keep the crew productive and working safely

• Monitor jobsite cleanliness, organization, and workflow

• Inspect work for quality throughout the day

• Communicate crew needs or jobsite concerns with Matt, Jeff, or direct supervisor

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Minimum 5 years of masonry experience

• Strong experience with brick, block, and stone installation

• Experience leading or directing a masonry crew

• Ability to read blueprints and perform layout accurately

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Commitment to quality craftsmanship and jobsite safety

• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons and conditions

• Physical stamina to lift heavy materials and perform demanding manual labor

• Valid drivers license

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience on high-end residential/custom projects

• OSHA 10 certification

• First Aid / CPR certification

• Forklift, telehandler, or lift certification

• Experience training or mentoring less experienced crew members

Benefits:

• $32.00 - $40.00+ per hour DOE

• Bonus potential

• Weekly Pay Cycle

• Overtime Potential

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Safety Equipment Provided (PPE, gloves, etc.)

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program (with employer matching)

• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick Days)

• Training and Certifications (including safety and technical training, Manufacturer training, OSHA, Fall Protection, Lifts, etc.)

• Company Events (BBQs, holiday parties, etc.)

• Uniform Provision (including safety gear and work apparel)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 70+ pounds regularly

• Ability to lift up to 94 pounds when needed

• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach throughout the workday

• Ability to safely perform physically demanding masonry work year-round

• Working indoors and outdoors

• Working in hot, cold, wet, and changing weather conditions

• Working on scaffolding, lifts, and elevated surfaces

• Working around machinery, moving vehicles, and heavy equipment

• Working on uneven or slippery surfaces

• Working in close proximity to other crew members

Schedule:

Full Time Monday to Friday Weekend Potential Overtime Potential

Work Location:

Holland, MI and surrounding areas

Lead with skill, set the pace, and help build exceptional custom masonry projects with Potts Masonry Inc.!

We foster a family-like environment where every employee is valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity in our workforce, recognizing that innovation thrives on varied perspectives. We embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, and education, without regard to race, age, gender, or sexual identity.

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