Annual Awards 2024

The Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Annual Awards is a distinguished event that honours exceptional achievements in construction and occupational health and safety. Held on 25 October 2024 at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Umhlanga, under the theme “Future-proofing sustainable construction”, this high-profile gathering brought together construction companies and key industry stakeholders to acknowledge those who have attained excellence in their respective disciplines.

Dean Macpherson, the Honourable Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure delivered the keynote address via a recorded video speech, in which he announced key priorities that resonated with the audience. The Minister expressed commitment to help rebuild the nation's economy and address social challenges by transforming South Africa into a hub of construction and opportunity. He further stated that there was an agenda to create thousands of jobs by expanding the construction sector and to vigorously address corruption and criminal activity plaguing construction sites. 

Emphasis was placed on collaborating with the sector to unlock its full potential and one of the priorities was to transform South Africa into a construction site by fast-tracking catalytic infrastructure projects, which meant ensuring that such projects are completed on time and within budget. The Honourable Minister called on the Master Builders movement to partner with Government to translate these priorities into action.

Marcus Peter Gonzalves, President of Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal, opened the gala event by conveying a warm welcome to all attendees. He honoured entrants for their remarkable achievements and exceptional standards upheld in the construction industry. He added: “These awards are not just about recognising outstanding projects, they are a tribute to the resilience, innovation and dedication that our industry embodies, even in the toughest times.” 

Vikashnee Harbhajan, Executive Director of Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal unveiled the recipients of the awards for excellence in construction and health and safety, stating that by honouring these accomplishments, the Association aims to promote best practice, inspire continuous improvement and elevate the overall standards of the construction sector. “Through this competition, we proudly acknowledge the hard work and expertise that drive the success of our industry and contributes to building a stronger and more sustainable future,” she commented.

(L to R) Marcus Peter Gonzalves - President: Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal; Vikashnee Harbhajan - Executive Director: Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal; and Businessman Vivian Reddy

Special Awards were bestowed to recognise outstanding contributions to the construction sector. Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal extends its sincere congratulations to the following distinguished recipients: 

• Award of Merit: Barry Livsey, Watertite Projects CC
• Supplier of the Year: Thekweni Reinforcing (Pty) Ltd
• Woman in Construction: Indrani Govender, Ricinz Construction
• Health and Safety Person of the Year: Viresh Rajkumar, Enza Construction
• Supreme Award for Health and Safety: Patcon Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (Pty) Ltd
• Supreme Award for Excellence in Construction: CHA Construction CC
• Overall Winner: WBHO Construction KZN
  

Award of merit - (Left) Barry Livsey from Watertite Projects CC

Supplier of the Year - Thekweni Reinforcing (Pty) Ltd

Woman in Construction - (Left) Indrani Govender from Ricinz Construction

Health and Safety Person of the year: (Left) Viresh Rajkumar from Enza Construction 

Supreme Award for Health and Safety: Patcon Building & Civil Engineering Contractors (Pty) Ltd

Supreme Award for Excellence in Construction: CHA Construction CC

The Overall Winner accolade, recognising comprehensive excellence in both construction and health and safety, was awarded to WBHO Construction KZN. The Association commends WBHO for their remarkable achievement in securing this prestigious award for the fourth consecutive year.

Overall Winner: WBHO Construction KZN

The Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Annual Awards remain a beacon of excellence, encouraging construction companies to strive for the highest standards in construction and health and safety.