Kempen Krause Consulting Engineers

What Kempen Krause Consulting Engineers does

Kempen Krause Ingenieure GmbH (KKI) is a German multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm headquartered in Aachen, with roots dating to 1909 and a current headcount of more than 340 experts across eight German offices (Aachen, Köln, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Freiburg, Essen, and Brühl). The firm delivers a full spectrum of engineering services — structural engineering (Tragwerksplanung), technical building inspection, fire protection, building physics and certification, project management, structural dynamics, civil and bridge engineering, road/canal/pipeline construction, building diagnostics and preservation, occupational safety coordination, accessibility planning, and technical building equipment — organized into 12 specialist departments plus two centers of competence for Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Sustainable Construction. Services span HOAI Leistungsphasen 1–9, enabling the firm to act as either a specialized sub-consultant or general planner, and clients include public sector bodies (Land Rheinland-Pfalz, Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Stadt Bonn, Klinikum Minden, RWTH Aachen) and private enterprises (Audi, Porsche, BASF, Lindt & Sprüngli, WDR, SMS Group).

The firm's technology stack combines traditional engineering disciplines with digital tooling — BIM for 3D coordination and collision detection, laser scanning and point cloud processing for as-built documentation, drone-based surveying for in-operation building capture, and finite element analysis for structural dynamics. These tools support both new construction and renovation workflows, with particular emphasis on existing buildings. The firm positions itself within the German sustainability certification ecosystem (DGNB, BNB, QNG, Passivhaus) and has launched EU Taxonomy compliance consulting for real estate clients.

Revenue is generated through project-based professional service fees. Public sector work is acquired via formal tender processes and private sector engagements are negotiated directly; fees for regulated public work follow HOAI (Honorarordnung für Architekten und Ingenieure) guidelines. The company is privately held — structured as a GmbH — by its managing shareholders, with no institutional investor or parent holding disclosed. Leadership is provided by an eight-person Geschäftsführung led by Managing Shareholder Dr.-Ing. Hans-Jürgen Krause, supported by additional managing shareholders and Prokuristen heading the various specialist departments.

Name

Kempen Krause Consulting Engineers

Legal name

Kempen Krause Ingenieure GmbH

Website

https://kempenkrause.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1909

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kempen Krause Ingenieure GmbH is a German multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with 340+ experts across 8 German offices, providing structural engineering, fire protection, building physics, BIM, and project management services to public sector clients and private industrial enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Engineering Consulting Services

NAICS

Engineering Services (54133), Architectural Services (54131), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Systems Engineering & Technical Program Management (BPAHAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA), Security, Safety & Fire/Life Safety Management (BPABAAAE), Testing, Adjusting & Balancing (TAB) & Performance Verification (BPABACAJ)

Keywords

• Structural engineering consulting
• Fire protection engineering
• Building physics certification
• Construction project management
• Building information modeling

Headquarters

HQ city

Aachen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Engineering Consulting Services: Project-based professional fees for specialized engineering services including structural engineering, fire protection, building physics, and related disciplines. Services delivered across HOAI (German fee structure for architects and engineers) Leistungsphasen (service phases).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Kempen Krause Ingenieure GmbH is a German engineering consulting firm delivering multidisciplinary building and infrastructure engineering services. The firm offers 12 specialist disciplines including structural engineering, technical building inspection, fire protection, object planning, project management, building dynamics, building physics and certification, road/canal/pipeline construction, bridge and civil engineering, building diagnostics, occupational safety coordination, barrier-free planning, and technical building equipment. Two dedicated centers of competence focus on Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Sustainable Building. Services are delivered across the full HOAI Leistungsphasen 1-9 lifecycle from concept through construction supervision, with capability to act as general planner.

Product overview

Kempen Krause Ingenieure is an engineering consulting firm offering a comprehensive portfolio of 12 specialized engineering services organized around structural engineering, building physics, fire protection, and project management. The core services are delivered through specialized departments including Tragwerksplanung (structural engineering), Brandschutz (fire protection), Objektplanung (architecture), Bauphysik (building physics), and Baudynamik (structural dynamics). The firm operates two competency centers focused on Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Sustainable Building practices. With over 340 experts across 8 locations in Germany, the company provides integrated engineering solutions combining traditional consulting with digital technologies like 3D modeling, laser scanning, and BIM methodologies for both new construction and existing building projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Structural Engineering (Tragwerksplanung) Structural engineering services including load-bearing structure design, analysis, and planning for buildings and infrastructure projects, delivered for project owners, developers, and general contractors.
• Technical Building Inspection (Bautechnische Prüfung) Technical inspection and verification services for structural safety and compliance with building codes, performed by state-certified experts (Prüfingenieur).
• Fire Protection (Brandschutz) Fire protection planning and design services including fire safety concepts, evacuation planning, and compliance with German fire regulations, delivered by certified fire protection experts.
• Object Planning (Objektplanung) Full architectural and object planning services for construction projects from concept to execution, enabling the firm to serve as general planner.
• Project Management (Projektmanagement) Professional project management services for construction projects from initial idea through completion, covering cost, schedule, and contract administration.
• Building Dynamics (Baudynamik) Structural dynamics services including vibration analysis, seismic design, and dynamic load assessment for buildings and infrastructure.
• Building Physics and Building Certification (Bauphysik – Gebäudezertifizierung) Building physics services including thermal, acoustic, and moisture analysis, along with sustainability certification consulting (DGNB, BNB, QNG, Passivhaus standards) delivered by DGNB auditors and consultants.
• Road, Canal and Pipeline Construction (Straßen-, Kanal- und Leitungsbau) Civil engineering services for transportation infrastructure, drainage systems, and utility pipeline construction, including road safety auditing.
• Bridge and Civil Engineering (Brücken- und Ingenieurbau) Specialized bridge design and civil engineering structures including bridges, tunnels, and large-scale infrastructure.
• Building Diagnostics and Preservation (Bauwerksdiagnostik – Bauwerkserhaltung) Building condition assessment, diagnostic services, and preservation/restoration planning for existing structures, including heritage-listed buildings.
• Occupational Safety and Construction Safety Coordination (Arbeitsschutz – SiGe-Koordination) Workplace safety coordination services for construction sites according to German construction site regulations, including SiGe coordination per BGR 128 and TRGS 519.
• Barrier-Free Planning and Building (Barrierefreies Planen und Bauen) Accessibility planning services ensuring buildings comply with accessibility standards for people with disabilities, delivered by certified barrier-free construction experts.
• Technical Building Equipment (Technische Gebäudeausrüstung) Technical building systems engineering including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing installations.
• BIM Competency Center (Building Information Modeling) BIM-based digital planning services using 3D modeling, laser scanning, drone surveying, and digital twin technology for construction projects, led by a VDI-certified BIM specialist.
• Sustainable Building Competency Center (Nachhaltig Bauen) Sustainable construction consulting including EU Taxonomy compliance, ESG criteria evaluation, and green building certification advisory services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully delivered BNB-certified renovation of Mainz State Parliament building following sustainable building guidelines
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• bähr ingenieure KölncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKempen Krause Ingenieure GmbH and bähr ingenieure Köln have combined their competencies to work together on the future of construction planning. This partnership integrates the specialized engineering expertise of both firms.
• Exzellenzregion Nachhaltiges BauenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork project as part of structural change in the Rhine Region, led by Zweckverband LANDFOLGE Garzweiler together with Stadt Mönchengladbach and FH Aachen. Open interdisciplinary platform for exchange on sustainable building.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bollinger + Grohmann: Frankfurt-based structural engineering consultancy with strong sustainability and complex-geometry expertise. Comparable German engineering firm competing for high-profile cultural, educational, and commercial building projects.
• Schüßler-Plan Ingenieurgesellschaft: German engineering consultancy offering structural, infrastructure, and project management services across multiple German offices. Comparable mid-sized multidisciplinary engineering firm with similar HOAI-based service delivery and public-sector client base.
• Werner Sobek: Stuttgart-based structural engineering consultancy with strong focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and innovative construction methods. Comparable German firm with overlapping expertise in Tragwerksplanung and sustainable building certification.
• Ingenieurbüro Grassl: Hamburg-based engineering consultancy specializing in bridge, structural, and civil engineering. Direct overlap in bridge engineering, structural inspection (Prüfingenieur), and building diagnostics services.
• Wetzel & von Seht: Hamburg-based structural engineering consultancy with Prüfingenieur expertise. Direct comparable in Tragwerksplanung and technical building inspection services, particularly in northern Germany.
• Krebs und Kiefer Ingenieure: German engineering consultancy headquartered in Darmstadt with full structural, civil, and infrastructure services. Comparable mid-sized multi-discipline engineering firm serving public-sector infrastructure and building clients.

Broad incumbents

• Buro Happold: International engineering consultancy with established German presence (Berlin, Munich). Comparable multidisciplinary engineering services but at significantly larger scale with global project portfolio.
• Drees & Sommer: Stuttgart-headquartered engineering and consulting firm with strong project management, sustainability, and real estate advisory practices. Overlapping service portfolio with broader management consulting emphasis.
• Arup: Global engineering consultancy with German offices offering structural, fire, sustainability, and project management services. Comparable service portfolio but at much greater scale and with broader geographic reach.
• Sweco: European engineering consultancy with significant German operations following Grontmij and other acquisitions. Comparable multidisciplinary engineering services but at much larger European scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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