Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering & Surveying Partner in Minnesota
Founded in 2003, Kramer Leas Deleo (KLD) has established itself as a trusted provider of engineering, land surveying, and environmental services across central and northern Minnesota. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience in civil engineering, transportation systems, and environmental compliance, serving both public and private sector clients. We specialize in delivering innovative solutions for roadway design, stormwater management, and site development while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory standards. Our investment in cutting-edge GPS technology and automated total stations ensures unparalleled accuracy in survey data collection and project modeling. With offices in Brainerd and St. Cloud, we provide localized expertise while maintaining a statewide impact through our comprehensive planning and environmental assessment services.Our leadership team, including Professional Land Surveyors Jim Kramer and Sam DeLeo, combines extensive Mn/DOT experience with private sector innovation to deliver projects efficiently and cost-effectively. We prioritize client partnerships through transparent communication and technical excellence, ensuring successful project outcomes from concept to completion. Our environmental services focus on sustainable resource management, including wetland delineation, mitigation planning, and environmental impact assessments. Through our commitment to quality and client satisfaction, we have built a reputation for solving complex challenges with practical, code-compliant solutions. Our multidisciplinary approach enables seamless integration of engineering principles with environmental stewardship, creating value for communities and developers alike.
Services
Land Surveying
Environmental Assessments
Roadway Design
Stormwater Management
Site Development
Wetland Mitigation
Utility Planning
Transportation Engineering
Boundary Surveys
GIS Mapping
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of Mn/DOT and private sector engineering experience
- Our team utilizes advanced GPS and surveying technology for precise data
- We provide full-service solutions from concept to project completion
- Our engineers maintain active professional land surveyor certifications
- We combine technical expertise with localized knowledge of Minnesota regulations
Services
Land Surveying
Our land surveying services include boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction staking using advanced GPS technology. We provide precise measurements for residential, commercial, and municipal projects, ensuring regulatory compliance. Our team handles complex surveys for transportation infrastructure and utility systems.
Environmental Assessments
We conduct comprehensive environmental assessments including wetland delineations, ISTS soil investigations, and Environmental Assessment Worksheets. Our services help clients navigate regulatory requirements while protecting natural resources through mitigation planning and monitoring programs.
Roadway Design
Our roadway design services cover alignment analysis, intersection planning, and material selection for durable road systems. We optimize traffic flow and safety through detailed studies of vehicle patterns and transportation network improvements.
Stormwater Management
We design stormwater management systems featuring detention basins and erosion control measures. Our solutions prevent flooding, protect water quality, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations for both urban and rural developments.
Site Development
Our site development services include grading plans, utility coordination, and layout optimization for commercial and residential projects. We balance functional design with environmental considerations to maximize land use potential while meeting regulatory standards.
People
Jim Kramer
Principal Land Surveyor
With 19 years of experience, Jim Kramer is a licensed Professional Land Surveyor who previously managed Mn/DOT's $100M annual construction projects. He founded KLD in 2003 and oversees operations in Brainerd and St. Cloud.
Sam DeLeo
Senior Land Surveyor
Sam DeLeo brings 15 years of expertise in boundary surveys and GIS mapping. A licensed Professional Land Surveyor since 2004, he manages KLD's St. Cloud operations and specializes in highway right-of-way plating.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in transportation engineering, roadway design, stormwater management, municipal utilities, and site development projects across Minnesota.
Do you provide environmental compliance services?
Yes, we offer wetland delineations, ISTS soil investigations, Environmental Assessment Worksheets, and mitigation planning to ensure regulatory compliance.
How do you ensure survey accuracy?
We use advanced GPS technology and automated total stations to achieve precise measurements, integrating field data directly into digital project models.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve central and northern Minnesota from our Brainerd and St. Cloud offices, covering both urban and rural communities.
Can you handle municipal infrastructure projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with municipal utility systems, roadway improvements, and stormwater infrastructure for local governments.
Reviews (2)
Beth
Oct 07, 2024
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Jim Kramer lied about the survey that the neighbor paid him Xtra to do according to my neighbors drawing. Jim had the arrogance to tell me I could get other Surveyor's to challenge his, but no one in the Lakes Area will go against his Survey's. Illegal or not. I can't wait for the ethics board to complete their investigation & see how mighty little Jim is once he loses his licenses.
Steve Jedlenski
Sep 07, 2022
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I worked with Jordan from KLD. He was very knowledgeable, got back to me right away and was less expensive than competitors. They created 2 new parcels for me and an easement. They took care of everything were up front about pricing and had an answer for all my questions. I usually had a response in my email within 20 minutes of emailing Jordan. I will definitely use them in the future.