We are Kiwango
Kiwango Infrastructure and Developments (PTY) Ltd was established in 2013. Since its inception as primarily
a
professional quantity surveying practice; the company has evolved to being a diversified
property
and infrastructure consultancy firm. Adding to it’s services amongst others; turnkey
developments,
transaction advisory, development management, etc.
The company’s business approach is embodied in its name “Kiwango”; a Swahili term meaning levels
(dimension hierarchy) signifying our structured and methodical approach in servicing our
clients.
The name articulates the company’s ability to deliver products and services according to a
defined
systems and processes.
Our Vision
To be a leading and preferred quantity surveying and infrastructure development service provider in the Built environment in Southern Africa.
Our Mission
Kiwango aims to be a leading Quantity Surveying and infrastructure development service provider in the built environment in Southern Africa by providing first-class client care, a competitive fee structure and the completion of projects on time. We strive to become a leading consultancy firm that acts as a reliable partner in our clients’ developments.
Our Success Factors
Kiwango is formed and led by a dynamic group of individuals who have an in-depth
knowledge of the Quantity Surveying profession, the Built industry and the South
African economy, as well as appreciating the competitive landscape in markets they
partake in.
Our critical success factors are based on our full appreciation of the principles of
engineering as well as construction, corporate finance and human resources strategy.
OUR CORE VALUES
- Kiwango will foster an environment conducive to open and honest debate.
- Kiwango will be ethical and fair at all times and in all relationships.
- Kiwango will undertake all its business dealings with cast iron integrity.
- Kiwango will promote meritocracy within its ranks.
- Kiwango will lead and not follow - and be driven by a culture of strong work ethics.
- Kiwango will be competitive in all its dealings, yet fair whilst being results and deadline-oriented.
- Kiwango will treat all people equally.
Simon Linakane
Managing Director
Simon is a qualified Quantity Surveyor
with 11 years work experience in the industry. He acquired his Quantity
Surveying Bachelor of Science Honors at the University of the Free State. Simon
is a registered Quantity Surveyor under the South African Council for the
Quantity Surveying Profession and a Professional Member of the Association of
South African Quantity Surveyors.
Simon has gained valuable experience working in flagship projects such as the
Gautrain Rapid Rail Transport System, the first of its kind in Africa
Simon offers clients an excellent personal service and he strives to deliver
projects within budget. This service has ultimately created long term
relationships with clients as well as other consultants. He has the ability to
identify problem areas before they become unmanageable. He also has a knack for
negotiating deals on favourable terms for both contracting parties.