Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Land Surveying in Big Rapids, MI
Since 1971, Mid-Michigan Engineering has been a trusted partner for civil engineering and land surveying services across Lower Michigan. Founded by Jerry Gray, a Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor with decades of academic and industry experience, we combine advanced technology like GPS and robotic surveying with hands-on expertise to deliver precise, reliable solutions. Our portfolio includes large-scale developments such as Tullymore Resort and collaborations with major corporations like Walmart and General Motors. We specialize in site development, infrastructure design, residential inspections, and ALTA surveys, maintaining a commitment to quality and client satisfaction.Our teams deep local knowledge and 50+ years of collective experience ensure tailored support for municipalities, developers, and homeowners. Backed by state-of-the-art tools and a focus on innovation, we handle projects ranging from floodplain mapping to mobile home park design with equal rigor. For urgent needs, we offer expedited services, including a 2-day mortgage survey turnaround. As a family-owned firm, we prioritize transparency, ethical practices, and community-driven solutions, ensuring every client receives actionable insights and measurable value.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Home Inspections
Mortgage Surveys
ALTA Surveys
Floodplain Mapping
Mobile Home Park Design
Infrastructure Development
Structural Inspections
Real Estate Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined experience in civil engineering and land surveying.
- Our services include ALTA surveys, infrastructure design, and expedited mortgage surveys.
- We guarantee 7-day turnaround for inspections and survey reports.
- Our team holds certifications in engineering, surveying, and real estate expertise.
- We serve both large corporations and local homeowners with tailored solutions.
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services cover land use planning, infrastructure design, and development projects. We specialize in municipal road systems, water distribution, and sewage treatment solutions. With advanced tools like GPS and CAD, we ensure precision in every project, from dam construction to stormwater management. Our team supports developers, governments, and private clients with actionable designs that meet regulatory standards and community needs.
Land Surveying
Mid-Michigan Engineering provides boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and floodplain certifications. Using robotic and GPS technology, we deliver accurate data for residential, commercial, and governmental projects. Our expertise includes large-scale industrial site mapping and FEMA elevation certifications. We offer a 7-day turnaround for standard surveys and expedited options for urgent deadlines, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Home Inspections
Our structural inspections assess residential property conditions for buyers and lenders. We provide detailed reports on foundations, roofing, plumbing, and electrical systems. Inspections include pre-purchase evaluations and mortgage survey reports. Prices start at $600, with expedited 2-day service available. Statewide coverage in Lower Michigan ensures no trip fees, and findings are delivered within guaranteed timelines to support timely closing decisions.
Mortgage Surveys
Mortgage survey reports identify property boundaries, easements, and encroachments to support lending decisions. We complete these assessments within 7 days, with an option for 2-day turnaround at a premium. Our surveys comply with ALTA and local regulatory standards, ensuring lenders and buyers receive reliable data. Services cover residential and commercial properties across Lower Michigan, backed by licensed surveyors with decades of experience.
Real Estate Services
Through our licensed real estate division, we assist with buying and selling land and commercial lots. Our agents leverage local market insights to negotiate favorable terms for buyers and sellers. We specialize in properties requiring engineering or surveying expertise, such as development sites. Services include market analysis, financing guidance, and streamlined government permit coordination, ensuring a seamless transaction process for investors and homeowners.
People
Jerry Gray
President and Founder
Jerry Gray founded Mid-Michigan Engineering in 1971 after teaching surveying at Ferris State University. He holds licenses as a Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor, with expertise in infrastructure design and land development. His work on projects like Tullymore Resort established the firms reputation for precision and reliability.
Liberty Gray
REALTOR
Liberty Gray brings 21 years of commercial real estate and mortgage banking experience to MMES. As a licensed REALTOR, she specializes in land acquisitions and sales, combining market analysis with surveying expertise. Her background in accounting and development ensures clients receive financially strategic guidance for residential and investment properties.
Kaye Inglis
Office Manager
Kaye Inglis has managed project coordination at Mid-Michigan Engineering since 1990. She oversees scheduling, project quoting, and client communications, specializing in condominium documentation and sewage system design. Her mechanical engineering education supports efficient project execution for commercial and municipal clients across Michigan.
Ron Bischer
Chief Surveyor
Ron Bischer, a licensed surveyor since 2005, leads field teams in topographic mapping and ALTA surveys. With 25 years of experience, he has completed projects for General Motors and Ford, focusing on utility and floodplain mapping. His background in astrophysics and surveying engineering ensures technical excellence in complex land assessments.
Questions
What services does Mid-Michigan Engineering offer?
We provide civil engineering, land surveying, home inspections, mortgage surveys, and real estate services across Lower Michigan.
How quickly are survey reports completed?
Standard reports are delivered in 7 days; expedited 2-day turnaround is available for mortgage surveys at $600 extra.
Do you offer home inspections statewide?
Yes, we provide structural inspections across Lower Michigan with no trip fees and guaranteed turnaround times.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, credit card, and checks for inspections and engineering services.
How does MMES handle land development projects?
Our team designs infrastructure, sewage systems, and subdivisions using advanced technology for compliance and efficiency.
Can MMES assist with real estate transactions?
Yes, our licensed REALTOR specializes in land and commercial property sales, integrating surveying expertise into each transaction.
Reviews (4)
Tim Handy
Jan 11, 2022
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Hired mid mi engineering several times over the last 10 years. Very satisfied with the quality of the work, the guys doing the work are top notch, and kay is very professional even though i may be high maintenance, sometimes. thanks mid mi!
Richard Wardin
Oct 25, 2021
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Needed a property survey done. Reached out via web form: no response Reached out via phone: they said they'd call me back, haven't heard anything and it's been 3 days. At this point, I'm done putting in effort to reach them and going with another company.
Brian Pembrook
Jan 10, 2020
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The lady was nice and courteous. The creepy old man who did the actual survey was less so. He did not announce himself at all. I just saw a hooded individual slinking around my backyard. If i hadn't been able to read the side of his van we would of both met the police that day. I was less than enthused about the whole process and the lady asked me if this was not what i was expecting. After long thought i decided that i don't have a baseline for surveyors.
My survey paper was a blank white box with bland text telling me how long it was, i still had to go out with twine to see which trees were definitely mine. Perhaps someday I'll get a second impression from another and revisit this.
My survey paper was a blank white box with bland text telling me how long it was, i still had to go out with twine to see which trees were definitely mine. Perhaps someday I'll get a second impression from another and revisit this.
Carol Platt
Dec 04, 2017
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Worker was not very courteous and was walking in my yard and did not let us know what he was doing. Common courtesy is a must for any professional. He was not working for me and I would have appreciated being aware he was out there. I would definitely not recommend this company if that man was any indication of how they operate.