What WaltGalmarini does

WaltGalmarini AG is a privately held Swiss civil and structural engineering consultancy founded in 1956 in Zurich, operating as a partner-owned Aktiengesellschaft. The firm delivers professional engineering services across ten core competencies: structural engineering (Tragwerksplanung), bridge engineering, specialized foundation engineering (Spezialtiefbau), structural assessment (Zustandsuntersuchung), building envelope design, sustainability planning, refurbishment and strengthening, fire protection, developments, and studies/expert reports. Its primary technology foundation is Building Information Modeling (BIM) used as an interdisciplinary collaboration and quality-assurance methodology across all projects.

Customer engagement is project-based and competition-led: the firm serves architects, public authorities, real estate developers, railway operators, healthcare and pharmaceutical owners (e.g., Novartis Campus Basel), and federal agencies (Armasuisse Real Estate) through direct engagement, public tenders, and architectural competitions in which it has accumulated a substantial record of first-prize wins. Revenue is generated on a professional-services fee model, negotiated per project scope and complexity, with no publicly disclosed pricing. The firm is part of the dreiK engineering network of eight independent companies sharing capacity, training, and quality assurance across 100+ specialists, and maintains embedded research partnerships with ETH Zurich (Innosuisse-funded Think Earth project on climate-neutral construction) and Empa (STEP2 3D-printed formwork), plus a co-development partnership with Implenia on HVFD timber-concrete composite slabs.

WaltGalmarini positions itself on sustainable construction innovation, with proprietary low-CO2 methods including Oulesse cement-free concrete (~70% lower CO2 emissions), HVFD timber-concrete composite slabs (35% lighter, up to 40% fewer emissions in the structural shell), STEP2 3D-printed filigree slabs, and Design for Disassembly (DfD) approaches. It is ISO 9001 certified (SQS Reg. No. 15335-01), compliant with Swiss DSG and GDPR, and led by a four-partner Executive Board (Braune, Andreas Galmarini, Meleshko, Kübler) supported by additional partners and extended management appointed in 2024-2025.

Name

WaltGalmarini

Legal name

WaltGalmarini AG

Website

https://waltgalmarini.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

WaltGalmarini AG is a privately held Swiss structural engineering consultancy founded in 1956, delivering civil and structural engineering services across ten competencies to architects, public authorities, real estate developers, and institutional clients via direct engagement and architectural competitions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Structural Engineering Services

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330), Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Civil & Structural Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAA)

Keywords

• Structural engineering services
• Bridge engineering design
• Specialized foundation engineering
• Sustainable construction planning
• Fire protection consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Zürich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Engineering Consulting Services: Professional engineering services including structural engineering, bridge engineering, specialized foundation engineering, structural assessment, façade engineering, sustainability planning, refurbishment and strengthening, fire protection, and expert reports. Services range from concept development through to construction supervision.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

WaltGalmarini AG is a Swiss civil and structural engineering consultancy providing professional engineering services across ten core competencies: structural design, bridge engineering, specialized foundation engineering, structural assessment, building envelope design, sustainability planning, refurbishment and strengthening, fire protection, developments, and studies/expert reports. Services span from concept development and feasibility studies through to construction supervision for architects, developers, public authorities, and institutional clients across Switzerland and selected international projects.

Product overview

WaltGalmarini is a Swiss civil and structural engineering consultancy offering professional engineering services across ten core competency areas. The firm provides a unified suite of engineering services centered on structural design, bridge engineering, and specialized foundation work, supplemented by building envelope design, sustainability planning, fire protection, structural assessment, refurbishment/strengthening, developments, and expert reports. These services are delivered through direct client engagement for construction projects rather than a software product platform. The portfolio ranges from new construction design through to renovation, seismic strengthening, and heritage conservation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Structural Engineering (Tragwerksplanung) Load-bearing structure design for buildings, infrastructure, and special structures using steel, concrete, timber, or hybrid construction methods, including static and dynamic calculations. Delivered for architects, developers, and public clients.
• Bridge Engineering (Brückenbau) Design and engineering of bridges of all types (steel, timber, concrete, stone) including cable-stayed, arch, and beam structures, covering spans from pedestrian crossings to major infrastructure, with expertise in construction under operating conditions.
• Specialized Foundation Engineering (Spezialtiefbau) Deep foundation design, excavation shoring, slope stabilization, and ground anchoring solutions for challenging soil conditions and dense urban environments.
• Structural Assessment (Zustandsuntersuchung) Condition assessments using non-destructive testing, structural monitoring, and material analyses to evaluate existing structures and develop targeted renovation concepts.
• Building Envelope Design (Gebäudehüllenplanung) Façade solutions combining aesthetic design with technical precision for energy efficiency, thermal and acoustic insulation, and sustainability.
• Sustainability Planning (Nachhaltigkeitsplanung) Life cycle assessments, CO2 reduction strategies, material selection consulting, energy efficiency optimization, and certification support (Minergie, LEED, DGNB).
• Refurbishment and Strengthening (Umbau und Ertüchtigung) Planning and implementation of conversions and structural strengthening of existing buildings, including seismic upgrading, reinforcement design, and heritage-compatible solutions.
• Fire Protection (Brandschutz) Fire protection concepts including fire load calculations, smoke extraction concepts, evacuation planning, and fire simulations to ensure safety for people and infrastructure.
• Developments (Entwicklungen) Support for innovative construction projects from initial concept phase through implementation, including feasibility studies and simulation-based analyses.
• Studies and Expert Reports (Studien und Expertisen) In-depth analyses including structural analyses, risk assessments, economic feasibility studies, sustainability analyses, material testing, and independent expert opinions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Timber-concrete composite slabs are 35% lighter than conventional concrete slabs and generate up to 40% fewer CO2 emissions in structural shell
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dr. Deuring + Oehninger AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network, providing civil and structural engineering services. Located in Winterthur. Companies maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• BlessHess AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network. Dipl. Civil Eng. ETH SIA USIC firm based in Lucerne. Partners maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• HallerIngenieure AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network. Located in Baar/Zug. Companies maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• Ulaga Weiss AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network. Dipl. Civil Eng. ETH SIA USIC firm based in Basel. Companies maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• Galmarini + WaidachercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network. Dipl. Civil Eng. ETH SIA Ing. AG based in Arosa. Companies maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• Kinkel + Partner GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network. Consulting Engineers based in Darmstadt, Germany. Companies maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• Afro-European Engineers PLC AEEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the dreiK engineering network. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Companies maintain active exchange of capacity, training, and quality assurance.
• ETH ZurichcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Think Earth project - an Innosuisse-funded initiative developing climate-neutral construction methods using timber and clay materials. Also collaboration on Clay Dome project and ongoing research partnerships.
• Empa (Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Empa-Unit Step2 research project for 3D-printed formwork and sustainable construction. Also structural engineering services for Empa Research Campus Dübendorf expansion.
• Implenia Schweiz AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development of timber-concrete composite slabs (HVFD) combining Implenia's construction expertise with WaltGalmarini's structural engineering. Collaboration on Rümlang Production Hall timber construction project.
• Bänziger AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngineering partnership on Grimsel Lake Road Bridge and other projects. Collaboration with Prof. Dr. Christian Menn on bridge engineering projects.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Schlaich Bergermann Partner (sbp): German structural and bridge engineering consultancy with a comparable profile to WaltGalmarini — both firms specialize in innovative structural engineering, bridge design, and long-span/lightweight structures, and have won similar Swiss/European steel construction and bridge awards. Both are mid-sized, partner-led practices with strong academic pedigrees.
• PIRMIN JUNG Ingenieure AG: Swiss timber-engineering specialist renowned for innovative timber and hybrid timber structures. Comparable to WaltGalmarini's timber-concrete composite and sustainable-construction work; both firms are ETH-credentialed, mid-sized practices active in the Swiss low-carbon building market.
• Bollinger + Grohmann: Frankfurt-based structural engineering firm offering civil/structural engineering, sustainability, and façade consulting with a comparable mid-sized partner-led model. Both firms collaborate with star architects on complex timber, concrete, and hybrid structures and emphasize research-driven, low-carbon construction methods.
• Basler & Hofmann AG: Larger Swiss engineering consultancy offering structural engineering, geotechnics, and infrastructure planning alongside broader environmental and energy services. Both firms serve Swiss public authorities, developers, and architects; Basler & Hofmann is a relevant scale and capability peer in the same Swiss engineering market.
• Conzett Bronzini Partner AG: Swiss structural engineering consultancy based in Chur with a comparable profile to WaltGalmarini — both are mid-sized, ETH-credentialed practices focused on bridge engineering, structural design, and innovative use of timber and concrete; both compete in the Swiss architectural competition and infrastructure tender market.
• Dr. Lüchinger+Meyer Bauingenieure AG: Zurich-based structural engineering firm with a similar mid-sized, partner-led profile to WaltGalmarini, focused on complex building and bridge projects in Switzerland. Both firms are ETH-trained, compete for architectural competition wins, and work on heritage and seismic-renovation projects.
• Werner Sobek AG: German engineering firm specializing in innovative, sustainable structural design (steel, concrete, timber, façades) with strong research credentials. Both firms share a focus on low-carbon construction methods, lightweight structures, and academic-industry collaboration to advance structural engineering practice.
• dsp Ingenieure & Planer AG: Swiss engineering consultancy providing structural, civil, and infrastructure engineering across Switzerland. Both firms share a comparable mid-sized profile, serve public authorities and developers, and operate in the same Swiss structural engineering market for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.
• Bänziger Partner AG: Swiss structural engineering consultancy referenced in WaltGalmarini's project portfolio (Grimsel Lake Road Bridge). Comparable mid-sized, ETH-credentialed practice working on complex bridge and infrastructure projects in Switzerland, including collaboration with Prof. Dr. Christian Menn on bridge engineering.

Broad incumbents

• Arup: Global multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with a significant structural and bridge engineering practice that competes with WaltGalmarini for major Swiss and international projects. As a broad incumbent, Arup offers overlapping structural design, sustainability, and fire-protection capabilities as part of a wider portfolio rather than specializing in the Swiss mid-sized structural-engineering niche.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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