GRAEF Names Next Chief Operating Officer

GRAEF Names Next Chief Operating Officer GRAEF is thrilled to announce Brent Pitcher as the firm’s next COO. Back Row: Brent Pitcher – incoming COO, Pat Kressin – President and future CEO. Front Row: Ken Grebe – COO and John Kissinger – CEO Brent Pitcher will succeed Ken Grebe, who is set to retire in…

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Alex Motl Named 2024 STEM Forward Young Engineer of the Year

Alex Motl Named 2024 STEM Forward Young Engineer of the Year Every year since 1953, STEM Forward has honored outstanding contributors to the engineering profession in the greater Milwaukee area through the Young Engineer of the Year (YEOY) Award. This award recognize individuals who have made exceptional contributions to their fields, raised the visibility of…

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Publix Homestead

Publix Homestead Publix Super Markets celebrated the grand opening of its newest location at Valencia Center in Homestead, Florida. This state-of-the-art grocery store, located at 1220 E. Palm Drive, spans 39,600 square feet and is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of the community. The store features a comprehensive selection of departments, including grocery, dairy,…

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John Kissinger Named a Wisconsin Most Influential Business Leader

John Kissinger Named a Wisconsin Most Influential Business Leader We are thrilled to announce that John Kissinger, President & CEO of GRAEF, was named a Wisconsin 275 recipient – The State’s Most Influential Business Leaders presented by BizTimes Media.   2024 Profile John Kissinger leads GRAEF, a Milwaukee-based engineering, planning and design firm that has worked on…

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The Strand

The Strand Along the Cooper Jack Bay of the Turks & Caicos Islands, construction was successfully completed for the luxury, private residential resort community, The Strand. The existing beaches and shoreline along this community were enhanced to match the growing surrounding area and provide visitors with a serene ocean view. Previously, much of the shoreline…

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Earnhardt Memorial Pedestrian Bridge

Earnhardt Memorial Pedestrian Bridge GRAEF delivered structural and electrical engineering services for the rehabilitation of the Earnhardt Memorial Pedestrian Bridge, a single-span Continental® truss structure spanning 209 feet in length and 20 feet in width. Located adjacent to the iconic Daytona International Speedway, the bridge serves as a symbolic gateway for over 10 million visitors…

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Pulaski Park Pedestrian Bridge

Pulaski Park Pedestrian Bridge As part of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s (MMSD) ambitious flood control project for the Kinnickinnic River, Pulaski Park’s outdated concrete pedestrian bridge required replacement. The over 50-year-old structure, suffering from severe deterioration, was no longer viable. The new prefabricated steel bridge, chosen after extensive public input, features a visually appealing…

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Renaissance by Marriott

Renaissance by Marriott Wauwatosa’s Mayfair Mall became the home of Wisconsin’s first Renaissance by Marriott luxury hotel, bringing a new level of sophistication to the area. The project transformed an existing commercial office building, including a complete re-facade that gave the structure a modern and elegant appearance. The 11-story, 177,900-square-foot building underwent a comprehensive renovation,…

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