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Vstruct has proven capabilities in project planning, detailed design, contract administration, site supervision and the management of projects regionally, nationally and internationally. With its roots going back to 1953, this practice has built an excellent track record and currently provides civil, structural and project management expertise in the following areas:
- Commercial Buildings
- Industrial Buildings
- Process Complexes and Industrial Engineering
- Silos
- Educational Institutions
- Township Services and Sub-divisions
- Hospitals
- Sports Facilities
- Specialist Design in Pre-Stressed Concrete
- Earthworks
- Housing
- Cold Stores
- Project and Construction Management
- Roads and Stormwater Control
- Temporary Works and Safety Structures
History
Vstruct has emerged from a wealth of civil and structural engineering experience stretching back to 1953.
| 1953 |
Robert Leslie and Partners founded in Cape Town, specializing in civil and building projects including the harbour. |
| 1980 |
Leslie joins Ward and others to form Leslie, Ward and Partners in Johannesburg. Designed the Johannesburg International Airport main control tower. |
| 1986 |
A separate practice, Wilson-Taylor Associates, is founded in Johannesburg. |
| 1988 |
These two practices merge, forming Leslie, Ward, Wilson-Taylor. |
| 1998 |
Graeme Vermeulen is made a partner in Leslie, Ward, Wilson-Taylor. |
| 2005/2006 |
A new era begins: the founding partners having retired or resigned, the practice requires a new name and vision for the future.
Graeme Vermeulen is the 100% shareholder of the practice and holds a B:Tech:Eng:Civil(Struct) from the University of Johannesburg and is a registered professional. |
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