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Crawford Development

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CRAWFORD DEVELOPMENT PROJECT REACHES PRACTICAL COMPLETION  September 2025 – August 2026 In September 2025 , the corner of Lawson Road and Jan Smuts Drive in Athlone was a construction site. Plans were being interpreted, foundations were being formed and a long road lay ahead for the teams responsible for turning a vision into reality. Today, 28 August 2026 , we reach Practical Completio n. And what stands before us is something very different. A contemporary mixed-use development with a beautiful contemporary, modern-vernacular style, bringing together retail and residential living in the heart of Crawford — with the mountains rising behind it as a reminder of just how special this part of Cape Town really is. For Petrus Theart , our Contract Manager, and William Benjamin , our Site Manager, the past year has been one of those projects that demands everything from a team. There were days when multiple trades, deliveries, installations, inspections, decisions and deadline...

That's the magic of construction

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It's in Your Blood Some people work in construction. Others are born for it. You can hear it in the words of the old hands who have spent more than thirty years on site. The men who have poured foundations before sunrise, watched buildings climb floor by floor, and carried the weight of projects through every challenge imaginable. Ask them about retirement and many will smile before saying,   "Retirement will be the end of me." To someone outside the industry, that sounds impossible. After all, construction is demanding. Long days. Endless phone calls. Tight deadlines. Delays. Budget pressures. Weather. Safety. Contracts. Variations. Problems that seem to appear out of nowhere. Why would anyone miss that? Because they don't just see the problems.  They see the purpose.   Construction is organised chaos . Every day is a puzzle where hundreds of moving parts somehow come together. Bricklayers, electricians, plumbers, steel fixers, painters, quantity su...

Isuzu Blackheath Motor Dealership

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Project Completion | Isuzu Blackheath Motor Dealership (Project 5771) Dekon Projects (Pty) Ltd is proud of the successful Practical Completion of Project 5771 – Isuzu Blackheath Motor Dealership , achieved on 12 December 2025 . This exciting 9-month project comprised the construction of a new Isuzu motor dealership, workshop, and ancillary buildings , delivering a modern, purpose-built facility that meets the highest standards of quality, functionality, and craftsmanship. Project Team This milestone would not have been possible without the dedication and professionalism of our exceptional project team: Contracts Manager: Petrus Theart Site Manager: Samuel Festus Health & Safety Officer: Melissa Kotze Their commitment, together with the hard work of every employee, subcontractor, and supplier involved, ensured the successful delivery of this project. Project Partners We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of this development: Client: CFAO ...

Canal Walk Otter Bridge reaches Successful Practical Completion

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Congratulations to Our Outstanding Project Team! Published: 22 July 2026 Practical Completion Achieved – Canal Walk Otter Bridge Project We are proud to congratulate our exceptional project team on the successful achievement of Practical Completion for the Canal Walk Otter Bridge Project . 👏 Reez Van Wyk – Contracts Manager 👏 Samuel Festus – Site Manager 👏 Melissa Kotze – Health & Safety Officer This milestone reflects months of planning, teamwork, problem-solving, and commitment to delivering a high-quality project safely and professionally. "Success is built on teamwork, dedication, and attention to detail." Our sincere appreciation goes to the entire project management team for their ongoing support and collaboration throughout the project. Every member of the team played an important role in ensuring the successful completion of this exciting project. Project team standing in anticipation as the bridge frame is lifted into position. Achieving P...

MBAWC Regional Safety Competition Winners 2021

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Congratulations to our HSE Officer Melissa Kotze, Site Agent Desmond Ferrier and all sub-contractors on site.  1st Place in Category C - Less than 15 Million at KFC Brooklyn