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Making a Difference in Millard
Lamp Rynearson Senior Project Manager Joe Zadina, PE, is looking to make a difference in Millard’s Public-School System as a newly instated board member of the Millard Public Schools Foundation. Communities are not great by chance; it takes the passion of people like Joe. He fervently believes in helping students have brilliant futures. As a… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Gary Floyd
What are friends for? Project Manager, Gary Floyd was influenced to join our team at Lamp Rynearson by his friend who was hired a few months before him. Gary decided to take the leap into the world of civil engineering at Lamp Rynearson, and 5 years later he has not looked back. One of Gary’s… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Jeff Spiehs
Senior Planner Jeff Spiehs was attracted to Lamp Rynearson because from large-scale projects to neighborhood-based efforts, Lamp Rynearson brings the same passion, expertise, and commitment to holistic impact. “Leadership at Lamp Rynearson sets the precedent and “walks the talk” I wanted to be part of that culture and knew that I would get to work… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Pat Hillyer
After two decades with Lamp Rynearson, Design Group Leader & Colorado Office Leader Pat Hillyer celebrates his success. Pat noticed Lamp Rynearson’s respectable reputation during his college career, while co-opting for Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) in Omaha, Nebraska. At OPPD, Pat worked in distribution design and his tasks included the design of neighborhood electrical… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Cordell Mika
Meeting longtime employee and Senior Project Manager, Joe Zadina at his high school career fair left an impression on Cordell Mika. Three years later he earned the Lamp Rynearson Scholarship and applied for an internship with the firm. Upon graduation, Cordell accepted the position of Project Engineer. Over his first year with the firm, Cordell… Read More
International Women in Engineering Day 2022
When I graduated in December of 1983, only four out of 100 graduates were women at Oklahoma State University. In 1985, while working for the US Army Corp of Engineers District in Tulsa, OK, we started our family. My request to work part-time after maternity leave was rejected. Although other career fields had flexibility for… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Michael Palizzi
After 5 years with Lamp Rynearson, Project Manager Michael Palizzi reflects on his significant and impactful experiences. “The friendliness of the people is what initially attracted me to the company. Everyone was easy to talk to and gave me a very warm welcome.” The company’s positive culture and focus on fostering meaningful work relations enticed… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Joe Flaxbeard
Fifteen years ago, Senior Project Manager Joe Flaxbeard started working for Lamp Rynearson right after graduating college, to this day he still believes he just lucked out. When asked about his best work experience over the years Joe replied: “There are too many specific instances to recall, but I appreciate the collaborations and conversations with… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Chris Rush
One year in the Kansas City office’s survey group has come and gone for Party Chief Chris Rush, soon to be Professional Land Surveyor! Chris’ love for the outdoors fuels his career, always looking forward to the next opportunity to both work and get some sun. Farming and blacksmithing taught him hard work and creativity… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Scott Oswald
A winning combination of work/family balance and an opportunity to excel as an expert in the field of stormwater is what brought Senior Project Engineer Scott Oswald to join our team 15 years ago. Enjoying the flexibility that Lamp Rynearson has to offer, plus the opportunity to work on a large variety of projects is… Read More
Work Here Grow Here Joe Oetken
During his college years VP and Construction Administration Group Leader Joe Oetken made a connection to the people working at Lamp Rynearson. When the opportunity arose he joined our team and has never looked back. Over the past 25 years Joe has been a part of so many projects, including over $325M of improvements at… Read More