ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

What We Do

At Kantey & Templer we convert engineering concepts into reality.

We are a leading service-driven company which provides professional, quality expertise to Africa. Formed in 1953 by Basil Kantey, we have a long history of successful projects across Africa and beyond.

We are a Level 1 B-BBEE Contributor.

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Our Services

Engineering

We provide a range of services across multiple engineering disciplines. Our expertise in these various disciplines ensures that our clients' projects are executed to the highest standards.

Investigation

Our many engineering experts provide thorough evaluations of construction sites. These site investigations help ensure that the project runs smoothly and helps mitigate possible problems.

Project Management

Our experience in project management enables us to tailor our services to our clients' needs and develop a logical planning structure for any project, regardless of its complexity or size.

Quantity Surveying

We offer quantity surveying for engineering, commercial and industrial projects. Our expert surveyors are on hand to give our clients the best advice and guidance on costs and contractual agreements.

Construction Management

Our onsite construction managers oversee all the planning, design and construction of projects and implement the quality control measures needed to ensure the project runs smoothly.

Procurement

Our Procurement Engineers oversee the purchasing of materials and services for all operations. Their advanced knowledge of equipment, materials and suppliers allows us to give our clients the best insights.

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Conceptual Design

Detailed Design

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Construction Monitoring

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Our Sectors

Electrical

The Electrical and Instrumentation expertise is primarily focused on the Petrochemical and Industrial sectors, to include both control systems and heavy current specialities

Petrochemical

Kantey and Templer has a solid track record of compliance to the highest international codes of practice in rolling out successful projects to service the Petrochemical sector.

Environmental

Our environmental section comprises a multi-disciplinary team of hydrologists, geologists, geochemists and risk assessors, offering a full range of environmental services.

Roads & Transportation

Our Roads and Transportation section undertakes feasibility studies, planning, design, documentation and contract administration / project management for roads and transportation projects.

Geotechnical

Our Geotechnical section provides specialist services to our clients related to geotechnical investigations and design solutions for projects of a civil and structural nature.

Structures

Our Structural engineering section offers a range of services to clients from feasibility studies through to design and construction documentation for a range of structural solutions including reinforced concrete and/ or structural steel.

Mechanical

The mechanical section of our business is focused on the Petrochemical industry and related fire protection facilities, as well as water and sewage pump stations.

Urban Development

This multi-disciplinary section of Kantey & Templer deals with a range of Civil Engineering expertise required for urban and rural developments.

What Lies Beneath: Why Geotechnical Engineering Matters

Every structure, road and infrastructure project ultimately depends on the ground beneath it. Understanding those ground conditions early can influence design decisions, construction methodology, project risk and long-term performance. Before a building rises, a…
Managing Environmental Risk: From Site Assessment to Remediation

Environmental risk can exist long before construction begins and continue well beyond project completion. Identifying potential contamination, understanding regulatory requirements and planning the appropriate response are important parts of responsible project delivery. Environmental considerations…
Why Multidisciplinary Engineering Matters on Complex Projects

Complex projects rarely sit neatly within one engineering discipline. The ability to coordinate specialist expertise around a common project objective can be just as important as the expertise itself. Modern infrastructure and development projects…
Sustainable Engineering in Practice: Designing for Performance, Efficiency and Longevity

Sustainable engineering is not defined by one technology or certification. It is shaped by a series of practical decisions that improve how buildings use energy, water and materials while creating better environments for the people…
Waterfall Walk: Engineering an Open-Air Retail Destination in Midrand

Kantey & Templer provided civil and structural engineering services for Waterfall Walk, a premium open-air retail centre in Midrand designed around accessibility, pedestrian movement and a contemporary shopping experience. Retail developments need to…
Krones Southern Africa: Engineering a Modern Facility for Growth

Kantey & Templer provided civil and structural engineering services for Krones Southern Africa’s new office and warehouse facility at Lanseria Corporate Estate in Gauteng. As businesses grow, the infrastructure supporting them needs to…
Staff Spotlight: Zipo Sipika

Resident Engineer Zipo Sipika reflects on five years at Kantey & Templer, the realities of complex infrastructure delivery and the value of collaborative problem-solving. For Resident Engineer Zipo Sipika, the most rewarding engineering projects…
Managing Unforeseen Ground Conditions in Civil Infrastructure Projects

Lessons from Barkly East on geotechnical risk, change control and maintaining project control when actual site conditions differ from design assumptions. When Site Conditions Change the Construction Method During trench excavation at Barkly…
Barkly East 298: Delivering Civil Infrastructure Under Challenging Site Conditions

Kantey & Templer provided the design and construction supervision of internal civil engineering services supporting a new residential development in Barkly East, Eastern Cape. Infrastructure projects rarely unfold exactly as anticipated. At Barkly East…
110 Oxford: Engineering a Landmark in the Heart of Rosebank

A landmark Rosebank development where structural engineering, contemporary architecture and sustainable design come together. 110 Oxford is a striking Premium Grade commercial office development in the heart of Rosebank’s Oxford & Glenhove precinct.…

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Our Projects

Kantey & Templer has a diverse engineering offering extending across Africa and beyond. We service all industry sectors with engineering services in all countries.

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K&T has undertaken projects in the following countries: