Giffels Webster

Innovative, sustainable civil engineering solutions that balance client goals, regulatory needs, and community impact. Backed by over 70 years of experience, the team guides projects from concept to completion with clarity and collaboration.

• Site Feasibility Studies

  Comprehensive analysis of physical, regulatory, and environmental factors to determine land viability prior to development.

• Roadway and Site Grading Design

  Detailed design for vehicular alignment and site grading to ensure stable foundations and safe traffic flows.

• Stormwater Management Design

  Hydrological planning and design of storm sewers, retention basins, and modern run-off controls.

• Utility Design and Relocation

  Coordination and design of watermains, sanitary sewers, and dry utility connections and realignments.

• Traffic Engineering

  Traffic engineering services to streamline approvals, enhance safety, and create efficient, multimodal transportation networks.

• Land Development

  Land development entitlement support through planning, permitting, approvals, and engagement for sustainable, community-driven projects.

• Asset Management

  Strategic asset management designed to track costs, plan maintenance, and extend infrastructure lifespan and value.

• Complete Streets

  Complete Streets strategies to improve safety, reduce congestion, and create walkable, healthy, and connected communities.

• ADA Compliance

  ADA compliance guidance that simplifies regulations, supports design integration, and creates inclusive, accessible environments.

• Grant Writing

  Grant writing assistance to secure funding for ADA, parks, and roads through MDOT, Trust Fund, and other public programs.

Accurate, reliable surveying services that support planning, development, and infrastructure projects. From boundary surveys to 3D scanning, Giffels Webster helps clients across Michigan make informed decisions with confidence and precision.

• Topographic and Boundary Surveys

  Accurate mapping of physical features, boundaries, and elevations to establish a solid foundation for land development.

• Construction Staking

  Highly precise layout and staking services to ensure infrastructure, utilities, and buildings are constructed exactly as designed.

• 3D Scanning

  Three-dimensional laser scanning to capture precise spatial data and support detailed planning, design, and construction projects.

that help Michigan municipalities shape growth, enhance livability, engage stakeholders, and implement long-term strategies for sustainable development, zoning, land use, and policy-driven decision-making.

• Master Plans

  Long-range visioning and policy documents designed to guide physical development, land use, and capital decisions.

• Zoning Ordinances and Amendments

  Drafting of zoning ordinances, form-based codes, zoning assessments, sign ordinances, and formatting updates.

• Clearzoning

  A proprietary service that simplifies complex municipal zoning regulations into user-friendly digital formats featuring searchable terms and intuitive visual layouts.

• NextSteps for Downtown

  A customized diagnostic toolkit and assessment process designed to help local leaders plan, finance, and implement downtown revitalization.

• Downtown Development Plans

  Strategic framework plans that direct revitalization, public space improvements, and investment in business districts.

• Tax Increment Financing Plans

  Creation and update of TIF structures to fund public infrastructure and community improvements.

• Capital Improvement Plans

  Multi-year planning schedules for municipal infrastructure, park assets, and public equipment investments.

Sustainable, people-focused landscapes that connect people and places. The practice blends art, environment, and function to create vibrant parks, streetscapes, and green spaces that enhance developments, respect ecosystems, and add long-term value.

GIS mapping, analysis, and visualization tools that help businesses and communities manage assets, support planning, and make smarter decisions. These solutions improve efficiency, communication, and long-term outcomes across public and private sectors.

• GIS Mapping and Spatial Analysis

  Converting complex geospatial data into insightful maps to evaluate patterns, land use, and environmental elements.

• Custom Interactive Web Maps and Dashboards

  Web-based spatial visualization dashboards tailored to support municipal operations and facilitate public information access.

• Infrastructure and Asset Inventory Mapping

  Compiling detailed maps of sewer, water, roadway, and utility assets to optimize capital maintenance and operations.

• FEMA Floodplain Mapping and Compliance Support

  Specialized spatial modeling to help communities align with FEMA requirements and navigate local floodplain regulations.

• ESRI ArcGIS Story Maps

  Interactive storytelling platforms combining narrative, maps, and media to clearly communicate public projects and private initiatives.