How much does a bricklayer earn?
Bricklayers build and renovate masonry, concrete and reinforced concrete structures – from foundations and walls to openings, formwork and facing work on site. Gross pay depends on region, construction collective agreements, employer and specialisation. As a guide, qualified bricklayers in Germany in 2026 often earn about €3,100–€3,700 gross per month; during apprenticeship around €970–€1,310 is typical.
Salary by region (gross/month)
Guide figures as of 2026. Actual pay depends on collective agreements, employer, region, experience and order situation and is not a guarantee.
Further training options
Job and everyday work
A bricklayer builds masonry and concrete components, prepares formwork and places bricks, precast parts and reinforcement according to drawings. Everyday work includes physical work on site, handling materials, dimensional accuracy and coordinating with site management, carpenters and other trades – often in weather and under deadline pressure.
- Lay masonry, mix mortar and build walls, piers and openings to plan.
- Prepare formwork, place reinforcement and pour and cure concrete.
- Read plans and sections, take measurements and check plumb, level and accuracy.
- Coordinate with site management, carpenters, roofers and other trades; clarify connections and deadlines.
- Use scaffolding and site setup, follow safety rules and maintain tools.
- Physically demanding work, weather exposure and new-build/renovation deadlines are typical.
