Giffels Webster is a multidisciplinary consulting firm helping communities and businesses thrive with forward-thinking planning, design, and infrastructure expertise.
About Us
Creating Sustainable, Connected Communities Since 1952
Giffels Webster is a Michigan-based firm of planners, surveyors, landscape architects, civil engineers, and geographic information system specialists. For over 70 years, we have partnered with public and private clients to create sustainable, connected communities through thoughtful planning, innovative design, and a shared passion for improving quality of life.
Our Services
Integrated Services for Public and Private Impact
Our Services
Integrated Services for Public and Private Impact
We deliver integrated services that bring impactful projects and stronger Michigan communities to life.
Civil Engineering
Giffels Webster delivers civil engineering solutions that support resilient infrastructure, strategic land development, and sustainable growth.
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Community Planning
Giffels Webster provides community planning services 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.
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Surveying
Giffels Webster provides accurate, reliable surveying services that support planning, development, and infrastructure projects. From boundary surveys to 3D scanning, we help clients across Michigan make informed decisions with confidence and precision.
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GIS
We provide GIS mapping, analysis, and visualization tools that help businesses and communities manage assets, support planning, and make smarter decisions. Our solutions improve efficiency, communication, and long-term outcomes across public and private sectors.
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Landscape Architecture
We design landscapes that connect people and places. Our team blends art, environment, and function to create vibrant parks, streetscapes, and green spaces that enhance developments, respect ecosystems, and add long-term value to communities.
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Grand Renovations for Downtown Grand Ledge
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Hudson's Development Site
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VIEW PROJECTGordie Howe International Bridge, U.S. Port of Entry
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Delivering Trusted Solutions Across Municipalities, Institutions, and Organizations
Clients partner with us for engineering, surveying, planning, landscape architecture, and GIS solutions. Here are a few examples of the types of organizations we work with.
Local, regional and state governments and agencies
Design professionals
Developers and property owners
Educational and nonprofit institutions
Healthcare
Build Your Future with Giffels Webster
Build the career you want while shaping the world around you. At Giffels Webster, your skills drive real impact across Michigan communities. Explore open positions and start making a difference today.
Build Your Future with Giffels Webster
Build the career you want while shaping the world around you. At Giffels Webster, your skills drive real impact across Michigan communities. Explore open positions and start making a difference today.
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Giffels Webster is proud to support the American Heart Association by participating in the Metro Detroit Heart Walk, promoting heart health, community wellness, and a shared commitment to healthier, stronger lives across Michigan.
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Giffels Webster Employee Spotlight: Cultivating Connection and Purpose with Emily Boyd
Emily Boyd, HR Coordinator at Giffels Webster, shares her path from aspiring teacher to people-first professional, highlighting how passion, adaptability, and purpose drive her work and her impact on company culture and growth.
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Growing From Within: Interns to Leaders at Giffels Webster
Andy Wakeland and Ana Navarrete started as interns at Giffels Webster and grew into leadership roles, reflecting the company’s strong culture of mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth from within.
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Inside the Giffels Webster Internship Program: A Launchpad for Future Professionals
The Giffels Webster internship program offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to real projects, helping students build professional skills, explore job sites, and connect with industry experts in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
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Why Intern with Us? A Look Inside the Giffels Webster Internship Experience
At Giffels Webster, interns don’t just observe; they contribute. From day one, they work on real projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow in a supportive and collaborative environment designed to launch meaningful, impactful careers.
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Giffels Webster Employee Spotlight: Engineering Impact with Russell Losey
Russell Losey, Senior Engineer at Giffels Webster, reflects on his transition from landscape architecture to engineering, his passion for local impact, and the pride he takes in shaping projects throughout the Detroit community.
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