PLANNING AND BUILDING THE FUTURE

FOR CITIES WORTH LIVING AND HEALTHY WATERS

At DAHLEM, we pursue a common goal: we want to make cities and bodies of water sustainable. In our projects, we intervene in habitats on a large scale: we plan sewage treatment plants, kilometers-long sewer networks or power lines and river courses that are designed for the future. We are aware of this responsibility for future generations.

We know from experience that such projects can only be successful as a team - with experts in their respective fields who are well coordinated and work together as colleagues. With employees from 6 specialist disciplines (i.e., civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, process engineering and architecture), we live a value-oriented cooperation. We have been involved in national and international projects in the field of urban water management for almost 90 years and are very well known and respected in the industry.

Facts & Figures

1937

founded

3

Generations, owner­managed

7

locations worldwide

almost 200

employees

23 years

average company affiliation

since 1975

training company for construction draftsman

since 2019

cooperation partner for the dual study program in civil engineering

Independent engineering company

National
and international
projects

Head office in Essen in the Ruhr area

cooperation partner
aquacor

"We are committed to making living spaces better for generations to come through each of our projects.
Our team spirit is the basis for making this vision of a sustainable future a reality."

WHAT DRIVES US
THE CORPORATE MISSION STATEMENT

Customer orientation & service quality
Customer orientation & service quality

DAHLEM stands for the highest quality in the planning and implementation of projects. Understanding the specific needs and challenges of our customers and offering the best possible solution in each case is at the heart of everything we do.

Innovation & sustainability
Innovation & sustainability

DAHLEM brings forward-looking, ecological solutions to every project and promotes an environment that supports innovation and the protection of our environment. The use of advanced digital tools and technologies also serves this purpose.

Partnerships & networks
Partnerships & networks

DAHLEM bundles comprehensive knowledge and innovation in a strong network of partnerships. This foundation allows us to deliver first-class solutions tailored to the customer and to offer holistic solutions from a single source despite increasing market specialization. We offer our employees continuous development opportunities in all areas of the company as well as the opportunity to actively shape environmentally conscious and future-oriented water management.

Employee development, leadership and teamwork
Employee development, leadership and teamwork

At DAHLEM, we actively promote the development of every team member, with a strong focus on individual employee development and lifelong learning. Our managers pave the way for the development of individual strengths and motivate top performance. The combination of individual employee development, appreciative leadership, transparent knowledge sharing and effective teamwork enables us to develop outstanding solutions for our customers and drive technological innovation in the water industry.

Living values
Living values

Our daily actions and decisions at DAHLEM are deeply rooted in a strong value system. Integrity, a sense of responsibility, honesty and reliability are the pillars of our corporate ethics. Partnership in our collaboration and a culture of tolerance and openness promote an inclusive working environment and strengthen our commitment to diversity.

Social responsibility & commitment
Social responsibility & commitment

As part of our social responsibility, DAHLEM is involved in educational projects to raise awareness of the importance of water and environmental protection and to inspire the next generation of professionals. We support disadvantaged children and young people and their families in social projects.

OUR VALUES

We are all different, but we share values that unite us in our work.

We are all different, but we share values that unite us in our work.

Are you a team player and enjoy achieving success together? Cohesion counts here. Discover your career opportunities with us...

RELIABILITY

INVOLVEMENT

CREATIVITY

PRECISION

TRUST

Are you a team player and enjoy achieving success together? Cohesion counts here. Discover your career opportunities with us...

A COMPASS FOR OUR DAILY WORK
THE MANAGEMENT MISSION STATEMENT

Ethics, responsibility & compliance
Ethics, responsibility & compliance

Ethics and responsibility are the foundation of our actions. As an engineering firm, we are aware of our responsibility towards society and the environment as well as all our employees and act in accordance with legal requirements.

Appreciation, fairness & diversity
Appreciation, fairness & diversity

A diverse and respectful working environment offers opportunities and promotes creativity and innovation. We value the uniqueness of each individual, which strengthens us as a team.

Development, support & career paths
Development, support & career paths

The development of our employees is essential for our growth. Through further training and individually tailored development planning, we enable everyone to develop their full potential and thus contribute to DAHLEM's success. We encourage personal initiative and leadership skills through responsible delegation.

Transparency & decision making
Transparency & decision making

Clarity in our decisions promotes trust and understanding, motivation and employee loyalty. Transparent leadership enables every employee to understand the meaning and purpose of our actions and to play an active role. This helps to avoid mistakes and build resistance.

Feedback, dialog & conflict resolution
Feedback, dialog & conflict resolution

Open communication and constructive feedback form the basis for continuous improvement. We see conflicts as an opportunity to learn and develop. We promote a culture of continuous learning, adaptability and flexibility.

Cooperation, team development & interdisciplinary projects
Cooperation, team development & interdisciplinary projects

Cooperation between different specialists promotes innovative solutions and strengthens our company. By pooling different perspectives and expertise, we create professional added value.

Future and corporate goals
Future and corporate goals

Aligning our services with our corporate goals ensures our long-term success. We create orientation and motivation through clear goals and standards.

Sustainability & Innovation
Sustainability & Innovation

The consistent commitment to innovative technological developments, environmentally friendly solutions and new concepts is crucial to DAHLEM's future viability.