At Lamp Rynearson, our purpose is clear: to leave a legacy of enduring improvements. Since our founding in the mid-20th century, we have been dedicated to shaping communities through thoughtful design, innovation, and a commitment to progress.
Over sixty-five years later, Lamp Rynearson is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company that has successfully transitioned four generations of firm owners and leaders. With expertise in engineering, surveying, and landscape architecture services across the Midwest and Front Range, we create solutions that stand the test of time—enhancing the places where people live, work, and thrive. Our continued success is a testament to our proactive approach—we don’t just adapt to change; we lead it, building a future that reflects our lasting impact.
1959
In 1959 Lamp Rynearson was founded.
1960’s
Through the 1960s community changing services such as sewage treatment, water systems, and park facilities are implemented to ensure communities have safe and viable infrastructure elements.
1976
In 1976, Lamp Rynearson becomes an employee owned company and initiates ESOP.
1979
In 1979, Nebraska’s largest airport, Eppley Airfield becomes a client of Lamp Rynearson.
1987
In 1987, Lamp Rynearson becomes civil engineer for Rosenblatt Stadium, home of the College World Series.
1990
In 1990, Lamp Rynearson becomes engineer for the Village of Boys Town, Nebraska.
1999
In 1999, Lamp Rynearson begins providing engineering services on fabulous projects at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, a top zoo in the US.
2000
In 2000, City of Omaha selects Lamp Rynearson as lead consultant for Missouri Riverfront Redevelopment and Omaha’s Convention Center & Arena.
2006
Lamp Rynearson provides multiple services for major redevelopment project of Midtown Crossing including re-design of multi-modal Farnam St corridor.
2007
In 2007, Picket Engineering in Greeley, Colorado joins the Lamp Rynearson team.
2013
In 2013, Larkin Group in Kansas City, MO joins the Lamp Rynearson team.
2015
In 2015, Lamp Rynearson studied, designed, and completed construction engineering and observation for the new Excelsior Springs, Missouri Wastewater Treatment Plant.
2019
In 2019, Lamp Rynearson Celebrates 60 Years of Leaving a Legacy and launches a new re-brand.
2020
In 2020, Lamp Rynearson is selected to work on Bighorn Solar Field, one of Colorado’s largest solar projects. This project sits on 1,800 acres of land, consists of more than 750,000 solar panels, and provides 300 MW of solar power.
2024
In 2024, Lamp Rynearson celebrates their 65th anniversary, focusing on the future.
