About us

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Obermeyer is an independent engineering group founded in 1958 by Dr. Leonhard Obermeyer. Over decades of continuous growth, the company has evolved from a single-engineer office into a global organisation.

Today, Obermeyer is driven by a clear ambition: to design and deliver sustainable, liveable infrastructure, buildings and urban environments worldwide.

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From one engineer to a global enterprise

In 1958, Dr. Leonhard Obermeyer founded a small engineering office near Munich, Germany. With his pioneering spirit, courage, and a straightforward - at times unconventional - approach, he laid the foundation for what Obermeyer is today: a global organisation with a shared ambition to design and deliver sustainable, liveable infrastructure and urban environments worldwide. From the very beginning, innovation has been part of Obermeyer’s DNA. As early as 1967, we integrated digital technologies into our engineering. Since then, we have continuously advanced digital planning, developed industry-leading solutions, and further strengthened our focus on sustainability. Today, we continue to build on this legacy - combining engineering excellence, innovation, and responsibility to create projects that make a lasting positive impact on people, communities, and the environment.

Discover our industries

For infrastructure transportation, energy, environment, buildings and cities, we are designing excellent solutions for generations ahead.

GLOBAL TEAM
1,181 people
WORLDWIDE
6 countries
EXPERTISE
39+ fields
CONSUMED LITERS OF WATER PER DAY
1,535
FOUNDED
1958
PROJECTS
3,600+
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Discover Obermeyer's ambitions

Growth, specialisation, innovation, digitalisation, internationalisation, and the competition for talent are defining factors of our industry. At Obermeyer, we address these challenges with the pioneering spirit that has always shaped our company, turning ambition into progress and opportunities into impact.

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Designing for generations ahead since 1958

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1958

Company is founded

Civil engineer Leonhard Obermeyer founds the Obermeyer engineering consultancy in Krailling near Munich, Germany

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1966

Flagship renovation project

Renovation of the Stachus buildings in Munich, Germany. Obermeyer is responsible for engineering and construction management. The project was completed in 1971

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1967

Our first computer

Use of our first computer. Foundation of new subsidiaries in West Germany.

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1980

First international project

Obermeyer expands abroad and opens first subsidiaries in Turkey, Saudi Arabia and the People’s Republic of China.

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1990

German Railways Project

Obermeyer is the general planner for a major German re-unification project connecting Ebensfeld (West Germany) and Erfurt (East Germany), by a high-speed railway line. The project was completed in 2017.

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1995

New International Offices

The company is concentrating on expansion abroad, new subsidiaries are opened in Russia/CIS, the United Arab Emirates, South-Eastern Europe and North Africa.

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2005

1.000 km rail in China

Obermeyer is appointed for the planning and management of the project to design the 1000 km high-speed rail link between Wuhan and Guangzhou (People’s Republic of China).

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2020

Al Ain Hospital

Starting 2008, Obermeyer provides general planning and construction management for Al Ain Hospital in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, implementing BIM methodology for the first time.

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2026

Defining our direction

Guided by our vision and mission, we are building on our engineering heritage to deliver innovation, excellence and long-term value as ONE Obermeyer

LATEST AWARDS

2025 | Obermeyer China

Obermeyer Engineering Consulting gains 3 awards at AURA (Asia Urban Renewal Awards)

2024 | Obermeyer Middle East

Best Engineering Consultancy Company 2024 (SOE Excellence and Creative Engineering Awards)

2023 | Pelhřimov, Czech Republic

Building of the Year 2023: Family Care Pavilion at Pelhřimov Hospital, designed by Obermeyer Helika

Recognition of our achievements

At Obermeyer, we shape a built environment where sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. Our ambition is to deliver outstanding engineering and consulting services, meeting the highest standards and consistently creating value for our clients, society, and the environment. We lead the way in digital planning and continuously advance our capabilities to turn ideas into impactful, future-ready solutions. In doing so, we contribute to infrastructure and built environments that strengthen communities and protect our planet.

NEWS

Explore the full list of prizes our team acquired across the years.

Explore our project portfolio

Our organisation is dedicated to exploring a diverse portfolio that spans multiple sectors, including technology, infrastructure, and energy. We strive to identify innovative opportunities that enhance our capabilities and drive growth.

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