Bricklayer Manager

About the Role

• Twyford International is seeking a results-driven Overseas Fundi Manager to oversee construction (tiling & finishes), supplier management, advertising execution, and tiler engagement programs across multiple countries.
• This role combines hands-on construction expertise with strategic planning, cost control, and regional coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Management

• Audit construction quotations to ensure cost efficiency
• Review and verify onboarded construction suppliers across all countries
• Standardize construction materials and specifications across regions
• Conduct market visits to assess showrooms, materials, and quality standards
• Review material costs annually and align with market rates
• Develop and execute yearly, quarterly, and monthly construction plans
• Track and report construction project progress (weekly & monthly)
• Analyze showroom construction impact on sales (store & company level)
• Continuously improve construction strategies through market and competitor analysis

Advertising Management

• Audit and review advertising quotations
• Verify and manage advertising suppliers
• Standardize advertising materials based on evolving market needs
• Develop and implement advertising plans across all countries
• Monitor and report advertising performance
• Improve advertising strategies using industry benchmarks and trends

Supplier & Cost Control

• Review and approve procurement costs (materials, gifts, etc.)
• Ensure supplier compliance and performance standards
• Maintain strong cost control across all regions

Tiler (Fundi) Programs & Training

• Oversee tiler engagement and reward (points & redeem) programs
• Audit tiler points data and flag abnormal activity
• Monitor redeem plans and execution across all countries
• Develop engagement strategies for inactive tilers
• Review and approve tiler training and paving budgets
• Assess and implement training programs for tilers and marketing teams
• Track and report training and engagement program performance

Planning & Reporting

• Assess staffing needs across countries and support recruitment planning
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports across construction, advertising, and tiler programs
• Develop strategic plans (yearly, quarterly, monthly) across all functions
• Drive continuous improvement using data, market trends, and competitor insights

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Building & Construction, or Interior Design
• 5–10+ years of experience in construction/project management
• Strong experience managing fundis (tilers, masons, finishing teams)
• Experience in procurement, supplier management, and cost control
• Ability to manage multi-country operations
• Strong knowledge of tiling, finishes, and construction materials
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills (English required; Swahili is an advantage)
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in tile or building materials industry
• Exposure to advertising/marketing project coordination
• Experience working across African markets

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Regional exposure and career growth
• Opportunity to work with a leading international brand
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment