OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH

What OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH does

OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH is a Mannheim-based, privately held German construction services company founded in 1965 by Otto Brauch and operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of the SAX + KLEE Gruppe since 1990. The company delivers project-based structural protection, concrete repair, floor coating, shell construction, and—as of 2024—electrical engineering services to industrial, commercial, public-sector, and residential clients across the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region. Its offering is built around four service pillars (Bauwerksinstandsetzung, Bodenbeschichtung, Rohbauarbeiten, Elektrotechnik), supported by a workforce of approximately 150 employees including around 120 foremen, master craftsmen, skilled workers, and helpers.

The company's technical foundation rests on regulatory certifications that are difficult to replicate: RAL quality mark membership in the Bundesgütegemeinschaft Instandsetzung von Betonbauwerken, WHG specialist firm certification with TÜV SÜD monitoring (valid through May 2028), ISO 9001:2015 since 2020, asbestos removal authorization, and PQ-Verein prequalification for public tenders. Operational infrastructure includes a 29.7 kWp rooftop solar installation, company-owned Wallbox charging, and an electric E-Sprinter fleet. Customer references span public institutions (Wilhelma Stuttgart, Zoo Heidelberg, Stadt Mannheim), enterprise (Essity), and mid-market residential property owners.

Revenue is generated through project-based contracts with pricing determined per engagement; no public rate cards exist. Distribution relies on direct field sales, inbound website enquiries, public tender participation, and group referrals within SAX + KLEE Gruppe. The company's growth posture is capability-led rather than capital-led, demonstrated by the 2024 launch of in-house electrical engineering (including KNX and building automation), 2024 headquarters expansion, 2025 fleet electrification, and the 2026 launch of a unified SAX + KLEE Gruppe corporate website.

Name

OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH

Legal name

OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH

Website

https://obra.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Mannheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Construction Services – Project-Based Contracts: OBRA generates revenue primarily through project-based service contracts in structural repair, floor coating, shell construction, and electrical engineering. Projects range from balcony restoration and concrete repair to full-scale industrial floor coating and building waterproofing. Revenue is earned through one-time project fees, with individual contract values varying by scope and complexity. The company serves industrial, commercial, public, and residential clients across the Rhine-Neckar region.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH is a project-based construction and building protection services provider headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, founded in 1965. The company delivers four service lines: structural repair (Betoninstandsetzung/concrete repair, Bauwerksabdichtung/waterproofing, balcony and facade restoration), industrial floor coatings (Bodenbeschichtung), shell construction (Rohbauarbeiten), and electrical engineering (Elektrotechnik, including KNX smart-building and network cabling) launched in 2024. It serves commercial, industrial, public-sector, and residential clients across the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region.

Product overview

OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH offers a comprehensive portfolio of construction and building services organized into four main areas: Structural Repair (Bauwerksinstandsetzung), Floor Coating (Bodenbeschichtung), Shell Construction (Rohbauarbeiten), and Electrical Engineering (Elektrotechnik). The company operates primarily in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region (Mannheim, Heidelberg, Ludwigshafen) and serves industrial, commercial, and residential clients. Services range from concrete repair, balcony renovation, and facade restoration to industrial floor coatings, new construction, and comprehensive electrical/building automation solutions including KNX systems and Smart Home technologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Structural Repair (Bauwerksinstandsetzung) Concrete repair (Betoninstandsetzung), structural waterproofing (Bauwerksabdichtung), and restoration of balconies, facades, and building envelopes. WHG-certified for facilities handling water-polluting substances. Targeted at property owners, facility managers, and public-sector clients needing long-term structural rehabilitation.
• Industrial Floor Coatings (Bodenbeschichtung) Application of durable, certified surface coatings for industrial and commercial floors. RAL-certified surface treatment execution. Designed for warehouses, production halls, commercial facilities, and parking structures.
• Shell Construction (Rohbauarbeiten) Execution of masonry and concrete shell-construction works, foundation work, and structural shell building for new builds and extensions. Targeted at developers, public-sector clients, and private property owners.
• Electrical Engineering (Elektrotechnik) Planning and installation of KNX-based smart-building and building-automation systems, structured network cabling, and general electrical engineering for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. Targeted at facility operators, property developers, and modern building projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Google rating of 4.6 out of 5.0 from 26 reviews, indicating strong customer satisfaction
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SAX + KLEE GruppecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1990In 1990, after the death of founder Otto Brauch, the SAX + KLEE Gruppe acquired all company shares of OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH. OBRA operates as an independent member of the group while benefiting from shared resources, group referrals, and the financial backing of the 800+ employee group. The group website was launched in 2026 to make the SAX + KLEE Gruppe more visible as a collective.
• TÜV SÜDcoreOthersOBRA maintains a monitoring contract with TÜV SÜD in connection with its WHG (German Water Resources Act) specialist firm certification, ensuring compliance oversight for installations handling water-hazardous substances.
• MC-Bauchemie DeutschlandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMC-Bauchemie Deutschland, a construction chemicals manufacturer, published a LinkedIn post about its collaboration with OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH on a construction site involving silo technology and Nafufill SC 08 products, indicating a working relationship on technical construction solutions.
• Bundesgütegemeinschaft Instandsetzung von Betonbauwerken e.V.coreOthersOBRA is a member of the Federal Quality Association for the Repair of Concrete Structures (Bundesgütegemeinschaft Instandsetzung von Betonbauwerken e.V.), which is recognised by the Federal Ministry of Transport and the German Institute for Construction Technology. Membership grants use of the RAL quality mark.
• MVV Energie – MVV DIREKT Ökostrom BusinessminorOthersMVV Energie supplies OBRA with MVV DIREKT Green Electricity Business, certified by TÜV Nord, sourced 100% from renewable energy. Supply contract active since 15 August 2023, supporting OBRA's sustainability and green energy commitments.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• STRABAG SE: Major European construction group with strong German presence in building construction, civil engineering, and infrastructure. Comparable to OBRA in its structural and building construction services and German B2B/government customer base, though operating at continental scale.
• PORR AG: Austrian-headquartered construction group with significant German operations covering building construction, civil engineering, and environmental engineering. Comparable to OBRA in its full-service construction delivery model and German B2B project contracting model.
• Bilfinger SE: Large German industrial services provider serving process industry, energy, and real estate customers with maintenance, turnaround, and construction services. Comparable to OBRA's industrial B2B services segment and WHG-certified waterproofing work, though at significantly larger scale.
• Hochtief AG: One of Germany's largest construction companies with building construction, civil engineering, and concession/infrastructure operations. Comparable to OBRA's building construction and infrastructure repair work, though operating at significantly larger scale and broader geographic scope.
• SAX + KLEE Gruppe: OBRA Bautenschutz GmbH's parent company and German construction services conglomerate with 800+ employees across multiple subsidiaries. Directly comparable as the umbrella group operating in the same construction services sector with shared client relationships and resource pool.

Direct peers

• WOLFF & MÜLLER Holding GmbH & Co. KG: Regional German construction services group offering shell construction, renovation, and turnkey building services across multiple German regions. Closely comparable to OBRA in its mid-sized, multi-trade construction services model with regional concentration and B2B/government customer mix.
• GOLDBECK GmbH: German construction services firm specializing in commercial, industrial, and public building construction with a focus on system-building approaches. Comparable to OBRA in its B2B project-based construction services with both public and private sector clients in Germany.
• Max Bögl: Major German construction company specializing in building construction, civil engineering, and turnkey projects. Directly comparable to OBRA in its broad construction services portfolio and German B2B/government client base, though at larger scale.
• Köster GmbH: German general contractor delivering commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects as a one-stop provider. Comparable to OBRA in its full-service construction delivery model and similar mid-market positioning with B2B project contracts.
• Leonhard Weiss GmbH & Co. KG: Family-owned German construction services firm operating across building construction, civil engineering, and maintenance/repair. Comparable to OBRA in offering integrated construction services with strong regional roots and a multi-trade portfolio including structural and renovation work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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