Company Profile

About Us

Founded in 1996, Umso Construction (Pty) Ltd is a proudly South African civil engineering and infrastructure development company.



Headquartered in the Gauteng, our reach spans across South Africa, serving both public and private sector clients. Our work stands as a testament to technical excellence, socio-economic transformation, and a steadfast commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

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Our Vision

To be a purpose-driven construction company whose impact is measured by the advancement of its people and the delivery of infrastructure projects that improve the lives of the many.

Our Vision

To be a purpose-driven construction company whose impact is measured by the advancement of its people and the delivery of infrastructure projects that improve the lives of the many.

Our Mission

We are committed to delivering every project, large or small, with meticulous attention to quality, safety, environmental care, and client satisfaction. Our projects are guided by integrity, efficiency, and an unwavering dedication to occupational health and safety.

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Our Mission

We are committed to delivering every project, large or small, with meticulous attention to quality, safety, environmental care, and client satisfaction. Our projects are guided by integrity, efficiency, and an unwavering dedication to occupational health and safety.

Core Services

Road Construction & Rehabilitation

Water & Sewer Reticulation

Structural Concrete Works

Bridge and Culvert Construction

Bulk Earthworks

Township Infrastructure Development

Client Base

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Municipalities

(Metro, District, and Local)
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Departments of Roads & Public Works

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State-Owned Entities

(Transnet, SANRAL, IDZs)
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Private Developers and Industrial Clients

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CIDB & BBBEE Accreditation

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Operational Strength

Our leadership team includes a number of permanent staff supported by project-based workers. These teams are primarily from previously disadvantaged communities and are guided by experienced engineers, project managers, foremen, and support staff. This human capital, developed through in-house training and mentorship, is one of our greatest assets.

Our operations are supported by advanced financial, HR, and maintenance systems, enabling seamless execution from planning to project delivery.

Skills Development & Employment Equity

On-site training, mentorship, and technical skills development

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Active Enterprise Development and subcontractor inclusion

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Registered MERSETA training facility producing qualified technicians annually

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Affirmative action and transformation policies deeply embedded

Plant & Equipment

We operate a fleet of over 160 modern construction units, including:

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Graders, Excavators (wheeled & tracked), Rollers (various types)

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Trucks: Concrete Mixers, Low-Beds, Flat Decks, Water Carts

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Service Workshops accredited by Mercedes-Benz for full repairs

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State-of-the-art in-house maintenance and training facilities

Our fleet investment strategy ensures uptime, efficiency, and the ability to scale for mega-projects.

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Quality Commitment

We adhere to stringent ISO-aligned quality standards, driven by the principles of:

  • Right First Time
  • Zero Deviation
  • Client-Centric Project Delivery

Our quality assurance processes are embedded at all stages, from pre-planning through to project sign-off, ensuring durable, compliant infrastructure.

Safety, Health & Environmental Policy

Our SHE program is a cornerstone of our operation, governed by:

  • OHS Act (85 of 1993)
  • Regular SHE training across all levels
  • Internal & external compliance audits
  • Full integration of safety into production & operations
  • Environmental rehabilitation in line with legal and ecological standards

Flagship Projects

Umso Construction has been a key contributor to several national and regional projects, including:

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Gautrain Rail Infrastructure

(Metro, District, and Local)

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Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project

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Transnet Multipurpose Pipeline

 (Durban to Johannesburg)
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Coega Industrial Development Zone

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Table Mountain overlooking a harbor with boats and buildings in Cape Town, South Africa.

Gautrain Rail Infrastructure

(Metro, District, and Local)

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Backhoe on a city street with workers in safety vests, paving road work.

Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project

Portraits of people from around the globe
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A long train traveling through a vast, arid desert landscape under a clear, blue sky.

Transnet Multipurpose Pipeline

 (Durban to Johannesburg)
A brick building and two tall, yellow mine structures under a cloudy sky.

Coega Industrial Development Zone

Visual odyssey across continents
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A yellow grader levels a dirt road. A car drives in the distance, with trees and hills in the background.
Winding road through a lush, green mountain landscape; cars and people walking on the side.
Construction site with workers, crane, cement trucks, and a bulldozer on a sunny day.

Future Outlook

With an expanding fleet, growing talent pipeline, and robust project delivery record, Umso Construction aims to extend its footprint across Southern Africa, taking on complex infrastructure challenges and contributing to socio-economic transformation at scale.