Building The Future – Concor’s 11th Oxford Parks Project Takes Off
Concor has commenced construction of its 11th building in the prestigious Oxford Parks Precinct in Rosebank, appointed by long-standing client Intaprop to deliver the new 211 Oxford Road development. The project, which broke ground in October 2025, will comprise a four-basement structure supporting five floors of premium office space for a single tenant.
According to Martin Muller, Contract Manager at Concor, the first major activity on site has been the construction of a super-basement that will not only service 211 Oxford Road but also future buildings to be developed alongside it.
“Building super-basements to accommodate multiple future structures is increasingly common,” Muller says. “It is a form of future-proofing that allows developers to optimise space, manage services more efficiently and shorten the overall construction timeline of subsequent buildings.”
Concor’s scope of work includes the full base build as well as the complete tenant fit-out. With “fast track” now the defining characteristic of commercial projects, the top structure is scheduled for completion by November 2026, with the final gross leasable area expected to be 10,500 m².
Sustainable construction remains a core priority within the Oxford Parks Precinct and the new building has been designed to secure a Green Star rating. Key sustainability features include greywater harvesting systems, renewable-energy solar infrastructure, energy-efficient lighting and other environmentally responsible design elements that reduce the building’s operational footprint.
A signature architectural feature of many Oxford Parks buildings – the unitised façade – will again form part of the development. Muller explains that while the façade offers a striking visual aesthetic, it also brings substantial construction advantages.
“Unitised façades allow precision measurements to be done well in advance, enabling pre-manufactured panels to arrive on site ready for installation,” he says. “This significantly improves quality and reduces installation time, which is invaluable on a fast track programme.”
In addition to its construction expertise, Concor continues to be recognised for its commitment to health and safety. The company was recently acknowledged by the Master Builders Association North in its regional competition for excellence in safety performance. Muller emphasises that safety remains non-negotiable across all Concor projects.
“High pressure timelines make disciplined safety practices even more critical. Our focus on rigorous safety management ensures that we deliver top quality projects without compromise,” he concludes.
As construction progresses, Concor will once again contribute to the ongoing evolution of Oxford Parks – one of Johannesburg’s most dynamic mixed-use precincts – through construction excellence, future-ready infrastructure and uncompromising safety standards.
