Jayson van Tonder

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Jayson is a highly experienced Senior Project Manager with over 15 years in construction and project management, having worked on complex developments across South Africa, Mauritania, and New Zealand. Starting his career in hands-on construction before transitioning into project management, he brings a practical and results-driven approach to delivering projects efficiently. Holding PMP certification and advanced project management training, he has successfully led industrial, master-planning, and residential projects, ensuring they meet cost, quality, and safety expectations. His expertise spans risk management, consenting and regulatory compliance, contract and procurement management, and value engineering, making him well-suited for overseeing projects from inception to completion.

At Pragmatix, Jayson plays a key role in managing large-scale developments, including the Drury Centre and Stride Property Industrial Development. His ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and facilitate smooth project delivery has been instrumental in achieving successful outcomes. On the Drury Centre project, he oversaw earthworks from the consenting stage through procurement and implementation, ensuring efficient programme coordination. His leadership on industrial developments has involved navigating site challenges such as contamination and infrastructure upgrades, working closely with iwi, consultants, and contractors. With a strong background in construction methodologies and programme management, Jayson consistently delivers well-planned, high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications:

• 2020 – Project Management Professional (PMP), Grey Campus
• 2018 – Advanced Project Management, University of Cape Town – Get Smarter – PMI Accredited
• 2006 – National Diploma, Ranch Management Tshwane University of Technology

Expertise:

• Project Planning and Delivery (from inception to close-out)
• Risk Analysis and Mitigation
• Consenting and Regulatory Compliance
• Contract and Procurement Management
• Leadership and Team Motivation
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication
• Programme Coordination and Delivery
• Health and Safety Governance

Employment History:

• 2022 – Present Senior Project Manager, Pragmatix Limited
• 2022 Senior Project Manager, Improvon / Actis
• 2018 – 2021 Senior Project Manager, Metrum Project Management, (Johannesburg)
• 2017 – 2018 Construction Project Manager, Hyder Properties (Johannesburg)
• 2014 – 2017 Lead Project Manager, Bobtons Developments (Johannesburg)
• 2008 – 2014 Construction Director & Project Manager, Gelding Construction (Johannesburg)

SELECTED PROJECTS:

Senior Project Manager, Construction Project Manager, Lead Project Manager, Construction Director for various projects.