Olaf Mücke is the Managing Director for Gleeds Germany. He oversees a vast operation with seven offices and a team of 80 professionals. His role involves steering the business in the right direction, leading the team, managing accounts, representing the company at external events, and expanding business opportunities.
Joining in 2006 as a Project Manager, Olaf navigated through advisory services, eventually rising through the positions of Senior Manager and Director. For Olaf, no day is typical – each morning is a mix of emails, face to face interactions with clients and colleagues, mixed with virtual meetings. A significant portion of Olaf's time is dedicated to the rail sector, a key sector for growth in Germany.
He’s motivated by the people he works with and is inspired watching his team grown and develop into more senior roles. Originally a construction engineer, Olaf made the leap to consultancy, drawn to Gleeds by the opportunity to work in an international company. Joining Gleeds when the German team consisted of just ten people, Olaf appreciates the space for growth that a global company provides. Gleeds' value of being people focused really resonates with Olaf, prioritising both employees and clients and embracing creativity. He places significant importance on creative solutions, especially during and after challenging times like the Covid era.
Free your mind and be open. Think about your strengths; once you know them, we have all opportunities to support those strengths here at Gleeds.
Outside of work, Olaf finds solace in photography, sketching and sailing. Silence and relaxation are vital to manage the work-life balance that he enjoys. Reflecting on an alternate path, Olaf envisions himself as an artist, a testament to the creativity and diverse interests that define his persona.