Brian Pretorius

Hands-on Construction and Project Management professional with 20+ years of experience delivering, stabilising, and recovering complex projects across construction, civil engineering, manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics. Specialises in turning around delayed, unsafe, or commercially strained projects through strong site leadership, structured procurement, and practical safety management. Proven track record managing projects exceeding R290 million, leading teams of 300+ personnel, maintaining zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI), improving productivity by 33%, and increasing business turnover by 200%.

Currently

Partner at ECMO (EmpowerVest Construction Management Office), supporting contractors with project delivery, procurement, and project recovery.

Partner / Construction Project Manager at ECMO – EmpowerVest Construction Management Office (2025-11 – Present)

• Co-founded construction management division focused on delivering project management services to contractors
• Lead project recovery initiatives on delayed and high-risk construction sites
• Oversee procurement, contract administration, and vendor performance
• Support contractors with business development and structured project delivery systems
• Provide hands-on site leadership and reporting to clients and stakeholders

Construction Manager (Full-Time) at EPMO – EmpowerVest Project Management Office (2025-06 – Present)

• Managed multiple infrastructure and construction projects including SAAME Building, Kuruman Taxi Rank, Aquadene Social Housing, and TKDS Tenant Installations
• Coordinated subcontractors, engineers, and safety teams to ensure progress and compliance
• Managed planning, budgeting, and reporting requirements
• Implemented OHS-compliant safety systems and site controls
• Prepared weekly progress reports and maintained stakeholder communication

Assistant Project Manager at EPMO – EmpowerVest Project Management Office (2025-01 – 2025-05)

• Managed multiple infrastructure and construction projects including SAAME Building, Kuruman Taxi Rank, Aquadene Social Housing, and TKDS Tenant Installations
• Coordinated subcontractors, engineers, and safety teams to ensure progress and compliance
• Managed planning, budgeting, and reporting requirements
• Implemented OHS-compliant safety systems and site controls
• Prepared weekly progress reports and maintained stakeholder communication
• Achieved 100% incident-free record during high-risk structural steel removal
• Reduced site theft and unauthorised access by over 80%

General Manager at POOL DC (2019-06 – 2025-06)

• Managed full business operations including warehouse, production, sales, and finance coordination
• Expanded warehouse operations and improved stock control systems
• Assisted in implementation of Sage accounting system
• Led procurement, ordering, and dispatch processes
• Supervised manufacturing and production teams
• Drove marketing, sales, and customer growth initiatives
• Liaised with finance on budgeting, pricing, and profitability strategies
• Increased turnover by 200%
• Grew customer base by 250%
• Improved productivity by 33% through staff training and process improvements

Warehouse Manager at CUBE MODULAR (Dynamic African Projects) (2017-11 – 2019-06)

• Expanded warehouse operations and improved stock holding capacity
• Supervised manufacturing of prefabricated building units
• Trained and led warehouse and production teams
• Managed ordering, receiving, and inventory control
• Oversaw container loading, dispatch, and logistics coordination
• Increased warehouse capacity by 50%
• Improved operational efficiency and service delivery standards

Site Manager at FABRICATED STEEL MANUFACTURING (FSM) (2010 – 2017)

• Managed large-scale construction and steel projects
• Led teams of 300+ employees and subcontractors
• Ensured projects were delivered on time, within budget, and safely

Warehouse Manager at FABRICATED STEEL MANUFACTURING (FSM) (2008 – 2010)

• Expanded warehouse operations and improved inventory systems
• Assisted in implementation of SAP systems
• Managed ordering, receiving, and stock control
• Implemented stock take and inventory tracking processes

Site Foreman at FABRICATED STEEL MANUFACTURING (FSM) (2005 – 2008)

• Supervised site activities related to prefabricated building construction
• Trained and managed teams on-site

Fabricator & Erector at FABRICATED STEEL MANUFACTURING (FSM) (2002 – 2005)

• Manufactured and assembled structural components
• Installed prefabricated building systems on-site
• Maintained zero Lost Time Injuries across all projects

Founder & Operator at Verfula Property Care (2026-03 – Present)

• Established residential pool maintenance and property care business
• Manage client acquisition, scheduling, and service delivery
• Apply project management principles to maintain quality and efficiency

BCom in Supply Chain Management – Regent Business School (2023)

Certified Associate in Project Management in Project Management – PMI

N4 in Engineering Studies – Ekurhuleni East College

N3 in Engineering Studies – Alberton College

Matric – Elsburg High School