Engineering & Design

Architectural (preliminary) designs, as well as planning permission applications and master planning, form the basis for the safe and cost-effective delivery of construction projects.

To ensure that designs are realised as faithfully as possible to the original, the experts at our sister company, pde Integrale Planung, work closely with our experienced construction teams and all trades involved throughout all planning phases.

Continuous project optimisation, the interdisciplinary composition of the planning teams and the use of the model-based 5D working method within the framework of BIM enable a holistic view of the projects. The traditional 3D building model is supplemented by the additional dimensions of time and cost. The result is cost-effective and technically well-thought-out solutions that focus on the client’s individual requirements. We support you every step of the way, from the initial idea to the turnkey property.

Smooth processes on the construction site are an important factor for the successful realisation of a project within the defined quality, time and cost framework.

This requires efficient construction preparation - this includes the calculation and planning of auxiliary construction measures, but also the coordination of resources such as equipment, materials and personnel, taking into account safety aspects as well as technical and legal feasibility.

In this context, construction preparation forms the link between the specialist planning as well as the construction site and ensures that the transition runs smoothly. The integral planning approach enables a constant exchange between the specialist areas and leads to a continuous optimisation of work processes. We can therefore support you safely and economically in all phases of your construction project.

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a digital and integrated approach to the planning and execution of projects in the construction industry.
The use of BIM supports the digital planning and execution of construction projects and creates transparency across planning and construction processes. This significantly improves collaboration between all parties involved in the construction process, from planning right through to final inspection.
PORR has been using BIM for many years in planning and execution and offers its clients digital solutions for construction projects. At the heart of digitalisation is the building information model. All building data is consolidated and visualised within a digital model. The result is a digital twin. The data forms the basis for bringing together experts from all disciplines within a team, thereby enabling the entire life cycle of a building to be accurately represented.
Consequently, BIM is not only used in planning and cost estimation. It also brings benefits to construction, fit-out, the marketing of the property and subsequent facility management. This means that virtually all phases of the project lifecycle can be viewed holistically.

During the planning phase of a construction project, numerous regulations and requirements must be taken into account, particularly with regard to the planned use of the building and the applicable fire protection regulations.

Effective fire protection is a decisive factor in any construction planning and therefore requires a comprehensive fire protection concept. Priority is therefore given to early fire protection planning.

Direct cooperation between the client and the pde Integrale Planung team means that fire protection-related issues are recognised and taken into account at an early stage of the building planning process. As part of the planning process, the fire protection concept is coordinated with the relevant approval authorities and the fire brigade. This considerably simplifies approval processes. We support you right from the start of the project and take care of the fire protection documentation required for the building permit.

The construction industry faces the challenge of taking environmental, social and economic requirements into account throughout a building’s entire life cycle. We support construction projects from the earliest stages, with the shared aim of designing the planning, construction and operation of buildings in such a way that requirements relating to operation, resource use and cost-effectiveness are taken into account throughout the entire life cycle.
Building certification schemes are a key component of this.

Our services are wide-ranging: we optimise projects by reviewing existing concepts in terms of their sustainability performance and proposing alternative approaches to our clients. We also carry out building physics calculations and handle the process for the required certifications. Carbon management, life cycle assessments and sustainability assessments in accordance with the EU taxonomy round off our range of services.

At PORR, we plan in accordance with recognised building guidelines and play a proactive role in the further development of building certification schemes such as LEED or BREEAM. Working closely with our clients, we plan and build in line with their requirements and wishes, and support them right through to the point where the property is certified.

General planning involves adopting an interdisciplinary approach in which all planning stages are viewed as interdependent and considered throughout the entire life cycle of a building.

The specialist areas of architecture, building physics, structural engineering, building services, construction preparation and fire safety interlock seamlessly and work together to develop cost-effective and transparent planning solutions, whilst taking project-specific sustainability requirements into account.

At the heart of this work is a digital building model. Working with Building Information Modelling (BIM) is standard practice for all parties involved in general planning. Used within PORR for several years and constantly being refined, it helps to reduce planning errors and enables sound cost planning.

In addition, transparency for our clients is enhanced: by integrating the digital model into all planning stages, the three-dimensional development of the property can be virtually tracked using the digital model.

Streamlined processes from planning to completion: PORR utilises lean management methods throughout all project phases to systematically analyse and refine processes and workflows. Work steps are defined at an early stage and agreed upon jointly with all project stakeholders.

This enables resource and time requirements to be planned and co-ordinated at an early stage. At the same time, the approach supports a structured exchange of information between planning and construction teams, as well as a transparent presentation of processes.

The lean approach enables construction work and project processes to be closely aligned with the specific requirements of each project. It supports transparent project management and the early co-ordination of deadlines, costs and resources.

Requirements in the areas of sustainability, energy efficiency and smart buildings are constantly increasing.

The costs of building services account for an ever-increasing proportion of the total construction costs of buildings. At the same time, the requirements for building safety – whilst complying with the prescribed standards – are becoming increasingly complex, and individual expectations regarding user comfort are on the rise.

As a full-service provider with a holistic planning approach, we view your project from the outset as a collaboration between different specialist disciplines, working together to develop a solution tailored to the project’s requirements.

Early-stage planning of all building services disciplines – heating, air conditioning, ventilation and plumbing (HVAC), electrical engineering and building automation – can save costs and resources in the long term. We identify opportunities for optimisation, utilise Building Information Modelling (BIM) and prepare the data for subsequent building operation.

Structural engineering is one of the key factors in the planning phase of a construction project.

Drawing on many years of experience and extensive expertise, the specialists at our subsidiary, pde Integrale Planung, successfully carry out the structural engineering work and develop a structural system for your project that is tailored to its specific requirements.

Interdisciplinary collaboration on the BIM model and the close link between the construction site, cost estimation and scheduling contribute to efficient project management. This enables planning options to be assessed at an early stage and project-specific adjustments to be taken into account.

We prepare structural analysis reports for planning permission applications, as well as structural analysis for temporary works in both building construction and civil engineering.

Structural engineering from a single source: tailored to the requirements of your project.