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

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

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