KCI is excited to announce the return of Christopher Mielke, PLS, to the firm as a service line leader for surveying and mapping in the south region.
With an array of experience gained during his previous tenure as KCI’s survey practice leader from 2016 to 2018 and through subsequent roles at other industry-leading companies, Mielke brings a combination of expertise and insight to his new position.
Before making his return to KCI, Mielke spent five years as a geospatial regional manager at WSP USA, where he spearheaded a diverse portfolio of projects, focusing primarily on the transportation and energy sectors. He then transitioned to Bowman Consulting Group, taking on the role of Director of Remote Sensing, overseeing a team of professionals utilizing cutting-edge unmanned aerial systems (drones), mobile mapping systems, and state-of-the-art terrestrial LiDAR scanners to produce high-quality data and mapping deliverables for a wide range of projects across the United States.
As service line leader at KCI, Mielke will seamlessly integrate his extensive knowledge and experience into the firm’s ongoing operations, leveraging his expertise in advanced technologies such as LiDAR and drone-based surveying to deliver unparalleled results for clients across all of KCI’s market sectors. He will work closely with KCI’s SUE, utility coordination, and survey and mapping teams to efficiently expand the firm’s presence in the south.
“Chris brings a wealth of knowledge, longstanding relationships and significant leadership to his role. His expertise, coupled with the unique insight he brings from his previous tenure with KCI, is a tremendous asset to the team. I look forward to once again welcoming him to KCI as we continue operations and pursue new opportunities.”
– Bayne Smith, South Region Executive
Mielke holds a bachelor’s degree in geography, geographic information systems, and environmental planning from Towson University and is a licensed professional land surveyor in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Kentucky. He is an active member of the ACEC/NC, the North Carolina Society of Surveyors, and has been actively involved in MAPPS, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of industry developments and best practices.