Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Civil Engineering Solutions in Madison, WI
Burse Surveying & Engineering provides professional civil engineering, land surveying, and project management services for private and municipal clients. Founded in 1999 by Michelle L. Burse, our team combines over 96 years of combined experience to deliver tailored solutions that transform concepts into reality. We specialize in grading plans, stormwater management, subdivision design, and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys while maintaining strict adherence to code standards. Our approach emphasizes transparency, client collaboration, and efficient permit acquisition processes.Certified as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, we serve residential developers, contractors, and government agencies across Wisconsin. Our guarantees include no-surprise pricing, regular project updates, and expert-led design processes using industry-standard software. With offices in Madison, we've completed notable projects including The Hub in Madison and South Fork Trail in Middleton.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Project Management
Stormwater Management
Subdivision Design
ALTA Surveys
Construction Staking
Boundary Surveys
Site Planning
Utility Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of engineering expertise since 1999
- Our team maintains strict adherence to code standards
- We guarantee transparent project timelines and costs
- Our engineers use industry-leading design software
- We provide regular project status updates to clients
Associations and certifications
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
- Small Business Entity (SBE)
- Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
What people say
Exceptional professionalism
Exceeded expectations
Timely delivery
Technical expertise
Smooth process
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services encompass grading plans, stormwater management systems, and utility infrastructure design. We create detailed construction documents for residential and commercial developments while ensuring compliance with municipal regulations. Our engineers provide on-site construction observation to maintain project accuracy.
Land Surveying
We offer boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys for property development. Our GPS surveying technology ensures precise measurements for residential plats and commercial site planning. We also perform FEMA floodplain assessments and section corner restoration.
Project Management
Our project management team coordinates engineering and surveying efforts from concept to completion. We streamline permit acquisition processes and maintain regular client communication to ensure timely delivery. Our approach minimizes delays through proactive agency coordination.
Stormwater Management
We design comprehensive stormwater management systems including retention ponds and bioretention basins. Our solutions address erosion control while meeting environmental regulations. We integrate sustainable practices for both residential and commercial developments.
Subdivision Design
Our subdivision design services include plat creation, utility coordination, and road network planning. We handle both residential and commercial developments, ensuring compliance with local zoning requirements. Our team provides complete construction documentation for municipal approval.
People
Michelle L. Burse
Founder
Michelle founded Burse Surveying & Engineering in 1999 after recognizing opportunities for women-owned businesses in civil engineering. With over 25 years of experience, she leads our team in delivering innovative solutions while maintaining strict quality standards.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in civil engineering for residential, commercial, and municipal projects including site development, stormwater management, and infrastructure design.
Are you certified as a woman-owned business?
Yes, we're certified as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce since our founding in 1999.
What surveying technologies do you use?
We employ GPS surveying technology alongside traditional methods to ensure precise measurements for all land development projects.
How do you handle municipal permitting?
Our team has extensive experience navigating Wisconsin's permitting processes, maintaining regular communication with agencies to expedite approvals.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Madison and surrounding Wisconsin communities including Sauk City, Fitchburg, and Middleton areas.
