Today we are celebrating a special anniversary: our colleague Karin Friedrich, project manager in structural engineering, can look back on 25 years of service. She has been an integral part of our team for a quarter of a century – with in-depth specialist knowledge, many years of experience and a great sense of responsibility. As a project manager, Karin Friedrich has successfully supervised numerous construction projects, proving time and again how important technical expertise, structured work and the ability to work in a team are for the success of a project. Her contribution not only shapes the quality of our services to the outside world, but also the cooperation within the team – reliable, professional and with a clear eye for the essentials.

We would like to thank you for the many years of cooperation and look forward to many more joint projects.

📸 Photo (from left to right):
Ms. Gülcan Subasi (director of CSZ Ingenieurconsult Bauphysik GmbH & Co. KG / CSZ Green Engineering GmbH)
Ms. Friedrich (project manager / construction engineering)
Mr. Moritz Desch (authorized representative, CSZ Ingenieurconsult GmbH & Co. KG, Darmstadt)
Mr. Christoph Schulze (authorized representative, CSZ Ingenieurconsult GmbH & Co. KG, Darmstadt)

The #Konaktiva 2025 in Darmstadt has once again proven to be a hotspot for young engineering talent from the region. For #CSZ, the career fair provided the perfect stage to strengthen the dialog with the next generation of engineers. This resulted in numerous inspiring encounters and lively discussions with committed young professionals.

We are proud to present our main competition winner: Cornelius Hofmann, Master’s student of Civil Engineering at #TUDarmstadt. With his specialist knowledge and international experience, Cornelius represents the engineering generation of tomorrow – innovative, committed and future-oriented!

Die The 100-euro voucher for the #Jugendstilbad was handed over in person on July 8 at our Darmstadt premises. Ms. Subasi and Mr. Desch took the opportunity not only to get to know Cornelius personally, but also to discuss his diverse experiences. ☕ Dieses conversation showed once again: Direct dialog with young talent is the key to the future of our industry.

At #CSZ, we know that sustainable exchange with young talent is the driving force behind innovation and growth. That’s why we specifically invest in such encounters – because together we are shaping the future of engineering.

#BuildTogetherFuture

Photo: From left to right
Gülcan Subasi (director of CSZ Ingenieurconsult Bauphysik GmbH & Co. KG / CSZ Green Engineering GmbH)
Cornelius Hofmann
Moritz Desch (authorized representative, CSZ Ingenieurconsult GmbH & Co. KG, Darmstadt)

Experiencing innovations in construction up close – that was the aim of the CSZ engineers on an exclusive tour of the construction site at the Central Business Tower (CBT) in Neue Mainzer Strasse. Around 20 colleagues from Frankfurt, Hamburg and Darmstadt took the opportunity to expand their technical expertise and strengthen team cohesion.

Professional exchange with experienced partners
The tour was led by Dipl.-Ing. Matthias Seip, Managing Partner of the engineering firm Professor Dr.-Ing. Katzenbach GmbH. The internationally active firm has specialized in geotechnics and geothermal energy for over 30 years and brings extensive experience from numerous major projects in Frankfurt. The focus was on the geotechnical challenges of inner-city construction: from floor plan development and complex boundary conditions to the selection of the optimal type of foundation. This gave the team deep insights into a complex project environment. Special thanks go to Helaba (building owner) and OFB Projektentwicklung GmbH, who made the short-notice visit and the guided tour possible.

Central Business Tower – a lighthouse project for Frankfurt
With a height of 205 meters and 52 floors above ground, the CBT is one of the most striking high-rise buildings in Frankfurt. The inner-city location, five basement floors and the planning of the construction pit and foundation pose technical challenges. One highlight is the integration of a listed façade into the modern high-rise ensemble. Plinth and connecting buildings ensure a successful urban integration. Completion is planned for the end of 2028, with Commerzbank expected to be the main tenant.
The CSZ team followed the planning and execution processes on site and discussed current technical issues directly with experienced specialist planners.

Knowledge transfer as the basis for sustainable success
The excursion shows how important continuous knowledge transfer and interdisciplinary exchange are for CSZ. Cross-location networking and practical training not only strengthen our professional profile, but also cooperation in complex projects.
We are shaping the future together – with a strong team spirit and an open exchange of knowledge.

“Our summer party is a highlight every year – but this time it was something very special: colleagues from Darmstadt, Frankfurt, Hamburg and Munich celebrated together!” – said Ms. Subasi (Director of CSZ Bauphysik GmbH & Co. KG / CSZ Green Engineering GmbH).

On June 13, 2025, the CSZ team gathered in the beer garden “Zum alten Forsthaus Kalkofen” in Darmstadt-Arheilgen for the summer highlight of the year. Around 100 colleagues enjoyed a varied program in the best weather, which delighted young and old alike.

A big thank you goes to everyone who made the party possible – especially to the CSZ organization team for their loving commitment, to the team of the beer garden “Zum alten Forsthaus Kalkofen” for providing the beautiful location and to Marienhof Metzgerei + Catering GmbH for the excellent food.

Personal highlights and relaxed get-togethers
A refreshing salad buffet, complemented by grilled specialties, various side dishes and an ice cream cart – perfectly matched to the summer temperatures – provided for the physical well-being.
The younger guests enjoyed craft and face painting corners, a bouncy castle and balloon animals – a special treat for the whole family.
The idea of giving away the pretty table decoration flowers with the sticker “Please take home and plant” was particularly well received – creating a lasting souvenir of the beautiful day.

Celebrating together, strengthening together
In their opening speech, Mr. Desch (authorized representative, CSZ Ingenieurconsult GmbH & Co. KG, Darmstadt) and Ms. Subasi paid tribute to the first-class achievements of the past year. They were particularly pleased about the many families who enriched the celebration with their presence. Mr. Desch warmly emphasized that the success would not have been possible without the active support of the employees’ partners and families – and that it is precisely this commitment that is being duly celebrated today.
Spending time together, enjoying good food and having inspiring conversations – these are the moments that bring our cooperation at CSZ to life and strengthen it in the long term.

#BuildingTheFutureTogether – moments like these form the cornerstone of our success.

In order to further expand its presence in North Rhine-Westphalia and strengthen its proximity to clients and partners in the region, CSZ opened a new representative office in Münster on July 1, 2025

The city boasts a stable SME economy, modern infrastructure and a dynamic innovation environment. A high quality of life, a diverse cultural offering and proximity to the renowned Westfälische Wilhelms University create ideal conditions for sustainable development and successful projects in the construction industry.

Johannes Langer, an experienced civil engineer, has been recruited to set up the new site. With over 15 years of professional experience in structural design, general planning and static testing, Mr. Langer has extensive expertise in solid and steel construction as well as building in existing structures. His experience in project management, team leadership and customer service make him ideally qualified for this role. As a former lecturer in solid construction at Münster University of Applied Sciences, he is also closely networked with the regional scientific community.

The new offices are located in Münster’s modern harbor district:
CSZ Ingenieurconsult GmbH & Co. KG
Representative Office Münster
Hafenweg 19, 48155 Münster

CSZ is looking forward to this important step and wishes Mr. Langer and his team a successful start in Westphalia.

 📸 Photo: from left to right
Niko Kose (Director, Ndl. Hamburg)
Johannes Langer (Site Manager, Münster)
Andreas Herbstmann (Project Manager, Münster)

 

“Parking has long been more than just a parking space – it is an integral part of modern infrastructure planning.”- Karsten Dobner, Project Manager Construction Engineering at CSZ.

The PARKEN 2025 trade fair took place on June 25 and 26 at the RheinMain CongressCenter (RMCC) in Wiesbaden and celebrated its 30th anniversary. As the only trade fair in Germany dedicated entirely to the topic of parking, it offers a comprehensive overview of current developments, innovative technologies and forward-looking concepts in the field of stationary traffic. A CSZ team including Karsten Dobner and Daniel Pister (Managing Engineer Construction Engineering) took the opportunity to engage in an intensive professional exchange and discuss the most important challenges and trends in the industry.

Here are the two CSZ experts’ key insights from their visit to the trade fair:

– Future-oriented concepts for the planning, construction and operation of modern parking facilities
– Technological innovations in the field of parking management
– Concrete food for thought for integrated and sustainable infrastructure planning
– Current developments in regulation and standardization
– Valuable contacts with construction companies and system manufacturers

PARKEN 2025 impressively demonstrated how dynamically the area of stationary traffic is developing and what a central role well thought-out parking concepts play in traffic and urban planning today. For a sustainable infrastructure, it is crucial to actively shape these developments and integrate innovative solutions at an early stage.

Read more information here.

On 24 June, Mr. Irendeli spent a special day at CSZ Darmstadt – not only to learn, but also to do good. He received remuneration for his work, all of which will be donated to charity.

Mr. Irendeli had already gained an insight into various areas of the company during his two-week student internship at CSZ. It quickly became clear that he was interested in becoming a draughtsman. On his own initiative, he asked if he could work at CSZ again for a day. This day gave him the opportunity to get to know the team of draughtsmen better and gain practical experience. Under supervision, he took on his first tasks with programs such as Revit and AutoCAD. The result was an ideal mix of practical learning, work experience and social commitment – because his efforts benefit a good cause.

CSZ supports this initiative with great commitment. The campaign is part of the “Aktion Tagwerk: Dein Einsatz zeigt Wirkung” campaign, which is recommended by the Ministry of Education and aims to establish the day of action as a fixed part of the school year. The proceeds from the campaign will go towards long-term projects in Rwanda and Uganda, which will be implemented together with the Human Help Network e.V. and local partners. For CSZ, the combination of promoting young talent and social commitment is a matter close to its heart.

More information about the Tagwerk projects

What happens when shopping meets adrenaline? At LOOP5 in Weiterstadt near Darmstadt, this question has been answered impressively: The former shopping center has been transformed into Germany’s first retailtainment shopping center – a place where shopping becomes an attraction. With highlights such as the 16-metre-high Free-Fall Tower, impressive slides and a climbing course, LOOP5 delights families, adventure-seekers and shopping fans alike.

Behind the successful implementation was a complex engineering task. The CSZ team was respon-sible for structural design and building physics consulting right from the start. The challenge: to safely integrate new worlds of experience into the existing building – and to do so during ongoing operations.

Hamed Mohsenzadegan, Managing Engineer Construction Engineering at CSZ, was involved in the project from the outset and provides valuable insights in this interview:

• Technical challenges: How large ceiling breakthroughs, new loads and the combination of differ-ent materials placed special demands on the structural design.
• Innovative structural solutions: Which new construction methods, materials and designs were used to implement the retailtainment concept in a technically safe and flexible way.
• Teamwork is key: why close collaboration with architects, technical building services, lighting de-sign and other specialist disciplines was crucial in order to implement safe and flexible solutions under time pressure.

👉  The interview provides practical inspiration – ideal for engineers, planners and anyone interest-ed in sophisticated structural design and future-oriented retail architecture.

Hamed Mohsenzadegan_Interview

We use LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and LCCA (Life-cycle cost analysis) to analyze projects holistically – from planning to dismantling. This creates transparency, meets international standards (DGNB, LEED, EU taxonomy) and strengthens investment security.

🌱 We see sustainability not as an obligation, but as an opportunity: for more transparency, better quality and long-term benefits – ecologically, economically and socially.

🎬 What can you expect in video 2?

• Why sustainable planning starts before the first line is drawn,
• How we create measurable sustainability with LCA, LCCA & ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria,
• Why certifications are more than just a label – and offer real added value.
• ➡ Take a look now: compact, well-founded and with practical insights into our work at CSZ Green Engineering.

At the 21st BASF Firmencup on June 3, 2025, the legendary Hockenheimring once again became a stage for top sporting performance – and right in the middle of it all: the CSZ team. With a lot of energy, ambition and, above all, strong team spirit, 20 motivated colleagues took to the starting line to master the 5.2-kilometre Grand Prix circuit.
The result: an impressive performance that clearly showed that teamwork at CSZ does not end at the office door. Whether on the race track or in everyday working life – our team spirit makes the difference.
In the midst of tens of thousands of participants from the entire Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, the CSZ team not only impressed with its endurance and sporting commitment, but also with strong individual performances: Special mention should be made of Tim Oehler, who finished 82nd overall with a time of 19:03 minutes – a great achievement!
A big thank you to everyone who took part – for your commitment, your enthusiasm and your sporting spirit. For us, the BASF Company Cup was much more than just a run: it was a powerful symbol of cohesion, energy and common goals.
On the move with team spirit – athletically, professionally and always looking ahead.#TogetherStrongCSZ #TOGETHERBuilding the future