Early Life
Jörg-Uwe Goldbeck, along with his brother Jan-Hendrik, took over Goldbeck GmbH from his father, Ortwin Goldbeck, in 2007. The company was founded in 1969 in Bielefeld, Germany, by Ortwin Goldbeck. The younger Goldbecks have continued to develop and grow the family business.
Rise to Success
Under Jörg-Uwe Goldbeck’s leadership, Goldbeck has become one of Europe’s leading construction companies. The company has expanded its operations across Europe, with a significant portion of its total output generated outside of Germany. Goldbeck has delivered numerous projects, including logistics and production buildings, office buildings, schools, multi-story car parks, fire stations, and residential buildings. Goldbeck's emphasis on innovation and sustainability, coupled with a systematic approach, has allowed the company to grow to over 13,000 employees and operate in over 100 locations.
Key Business Strategies
Goldbeck’s key business strategies include:
- Modular Construction: Utilizing a systematic approach to prefabricate building elements.
- Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable construction practices and environmental responsibility.
- Technological Integration: Implementing innovative technologies like BIM and AI.
- Expansion: Growing its presence across Europe.
Philanthropy
Jörg-Uwe Goldbeck, along with his family, established the Goldbeck Foundation in 2009 to support initiatives in science, research, arts, culture, education, and social causes.