TGA - Design Firm Seeks Business Partner (Succession Planning)

The company in question is an established engineering firm specializing in building services engineering that has been operating successfully in the market for over four decades. With approximately 10 highly qualified employees, the company offers comprehensive engineering services across all HOAI service phases and supports projects from the preliminary planning stage through to project supervision. The focus is on heating, ventilation, plumbing, refrigeration, and building automation, complemented by energy-efficient building services concepts and digital design using BIM, 3D, and CAD technology. The customer base consists primarily of general contractors, architects, and project developers, who ensure recurring orders and predictable cash flows. Thanks to its proprietary, continuously optimized planning software, the company achieves above-average efficiency and EBITDA margins in the high double digits, positioning it exceptionally well for further growth in a regulation-driven market.

Acquisition of a Northwest German engineering firm specializing in building services engineering for heating, air conditioning, measurement and control, and plumbing The engineering firm specializing in building services engineering has nearly 30 years of extensive experience in the fields of heating, air conditioning, control systems, and plumbing, and successfully collaborates with public building authorities, construction companies, housing associations, project developers, businesses, and private building owners. The engineering firm focuses on specialized planning in categories ALG 1, 2, 3, 7, and 8 (95% of revenue) and civil engineering structures (5% of revenue). Its regional coverage extends within a radius of approximately 50 km in the northwest. The engineering firm employs 11 staff members (including 3 project managers and 4 technical system planners (draftsmen)). Revenue and profit analyses show that the engineering firm is very well positioned each year with rising annual revenues (annual revenues of up to EUR 1.5 million). Order and bid values totaling over EUR 3.35 million are secured for more than two years. The managing director of the engineering firm intends to hand over the business no earlier than January 1, 2028. Against this backdrop, we are seeking a buyer or a planning firm that will acquire all or a majority stake in the building services engineering firm and, if applicable, bring on board an engineer specializing in building services engineering or building energy systems.

An architecture and planning firm specializing in both new construction and existing properties is to be sold as part of a succession plan. The company employs 14 people, including 9 architects, 1 architectural draftsman, and 2 managing directors, all of whom have many years of experience in the industry. All employees have been with the company for many years and are highly qualified. The IT infrastructure is state-of-the-art. The company generates revenue of over €1.3 million with very good profit margins. The order book and business performance for the current year remain very positive. The company offers its clients optimal solutions in all areas of architecture. The architectural firm was founded in 1989 and has since successfully completed more than eight hundred projects in both new construction and existing building renovation, both regionally and beyond. Its primary focus is on the planning and execution of industrial projects in the areas of production, administration, and logistics; commercial projects; as well as single-family and multi-family residential construction. These projects span both new construction and existing buildings in regional and national areas. However, the firm’s scope also extends to project development, building assessments, and the planning of building maintenance activities. The core business is solidly established, serving regular clients, commercial clients, and public-sector clients.

The company for sale is an established, independent engineering and consulting firm based in Lower Saxony. Since 2015, the company has been known for providing professional consulting and comprehensive services related to energy-efficient and sustainable construction and renovation. Its focus is on supporting builders, property owners, businesses, and municipalities in the planning and implementation of energy-efficient new construction and renovation projects. The team currently consists of 8 qualified employees, including civil engineers, architects, technical drafters, and business professionals. A second level of management is in place, ensuring continuity in day-to-day operations. Services include energy audits, customized renovation roadmaps, guidance on funding opportunities, energy performance documentation in accordance with the German Energy Conservation Act (GEG), sustainability certifications, blower door tests, issuance of energy performance certificates, as well as independent construction supervision and heating system modernization. Unique Selling Proposition: The company has a highly advanced, digital document automation system. This allows the company to fulfill the extensive and bureaucratic documentation requirements much more efficiently than many competitors. Customer Acquisition: Thanks to its long-standing and competent delivery of services, the company has established itself in the industry and now receives the majority of its customers through referrals from a reliable network of tradespeople.

A highly specialized engineering and design firm specializing in safety-critical building services systems (TGA) is for sale. The company supports complex construction, renovation, and modernization projects throughout Germany across multiple project phases—from consulting and design to construction supervision. Its focus is on electrical systems and the integration of sophisticated security and communication solutions. Strategic Highlights: Clear specialization in safety-critical planning—distinct differentiation from the generalist market Established market position with a strong reputation in the institutional sector High regulatory and functional requirements serving as an effective barrier to entry Resilient end markets: public infrastructure and retrofitting of existing buildings Regulatory tailwind from KRITIS and increasing security requirements Growth Opportunities for the Buyer: Expansion of existing customer relationships and follow-on projects Expansion into adjacent service areas for higher value creation Scaling into additional regions and segments—accelerated through a strategic partner The transaction is driven by a structured succession plan: The operationally independent business is managed by a salaried executive team; the shareholder is available to provide advisory support over the medium term.