Gavin Taylor

Gavin Taylor is an experienced construction professional with a career spanning several high-level roles across various companies in the construction industry. Currently serving as the Head of Construction for Aveng PMO since February 2020, Taylor previously held key positions such as Chief Operating Officer at Grinaker-LTA, where responsibilities included resetting and energizing business operations in the volatile South African construction sector. Prior roles include Construction Industry Turnaround Specialist at JIKELEZA, Managing Director of Sunbird Construction Services, and Chief Operating Officer for Murray and Roberts, overseeing significant P&L accountability across multiple regions in Africa. Taylor's extensive background also includes leadership positions at Vinci Construction UK Ltd and Norwest Holst, focusing on large-scale building projects with annual turnovers exceeding £100 million. Educational credentials include a National Diploma in Civil Engineering from Cape Peninsula University of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Cape Town.