One of the most respected names in construction project management in sub-Saharan Africa.
Taylor & Townsend offers services across the spectrum of real estate, infrastructure and the built environment. We bring together experts in programme and project management, construction management and turnkey delivery, and co-ordinate the full professional team for high-calibre clients across the commercial, industrial, retail, leisure, sports and institutional sectors.
To be recognised as the leading construction project management company in Africa, to enrich the lives of those around us, and to make people proud to be associated with us and our work.
Since its inception in 1994, Taylor & Townsend has evolved into a strong competitor in the project and construction management space. Our business has grown from humble beginnings to become an award-winning practice with offices in South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Mali, Mauritius, United Kingdom, from which we service the African continent and Indian Ocean Islands.
Excellence
Excellence is at the heart of our approach as we constantly strive to provide innovative ways of delivering complex projects.
Collaboration
We deliver within a true culture of collaboration — teamwork and partnering, continuous improvement and innovative thinking.
Accountability
We pride ourselves on our knowledge, our integrity and our focus on putting our clients first, from concept to completion.
Leadership
To enrich the lives of those around us, and make people proud to be associated with us and our work.
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Consult — project management, development management & tenant co-ordination
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Procure — supply chain, procurement, risk management & delivery management
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Construct — construction management & turnkey delivery
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Programme management — multiple phases, risks, costs and stakeholders under one blanket
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Quality assurance — registered and certified ISO 9001:2015
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Green building — members of the Green Building Council of South Africa
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HSEC — health, safety, environmental & community policy
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Social responsibility — Level 2 BBBEE supplier, 100% staff owned
Executive Directors
- John TownsendExecutive Director
- Michael TaylorExecutive Director
- Lisette KeightleyExecutive Director
Local Directors
- Collen PhiriDirector SADC
- Nondumiso NtsekeDirector SADC
- Isaac KangogoHead of Projects, East Africa
Behind our award-winning work stands a core delivery team of project managers, quantity surveyors and construction professionals, supported by long-serving, loyal staff members — for whom we are more than just a company.
Foresight defines success. Our blueprint captures the vision.
Let's talk about your project.
Tell us what you're building. Our team brings programme management, procurement and construction delivery together — and finds a way where others see obstacles.