On the first day of orientation, Joe could not have anticipated the impact that would inspire and transform schools and neighborhoods, or the mentorship he would give and receive as a civil engineer at Lamp Rynearson. February 2003 was the start of a career journey that allowed Joe to bring his whole self to work. … Read more
5 years ago, Senior Project Manager, Jon Shellhorn was looking to develop his career at a company where he had the freedom to explore different ideas and projects. He was leaving a large firm in search of better work/life balance. Lamp Rynearson checked all of his boxes. Jon’s favorite project of the last year was … Read more
Leaving a legacy is more than just a statement – it’s a mindset. It starts with an inherent desire to improve our communities. We couldn’t say it any better than Colorado State University (CSU)’s College of Engineering, “It is our social responsibility as scientists and engineers to have an inclusive and equitable environment reflecting societal … Read more
Dillon Starck glances out of the plane window, watching billowing clouds pass. His journey with Lamp Rynearson started in 2019 as an intern while attending college at Colorado State University. Now, as a Project Engineer, he is on his way to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to visit QuikTrip’s (QT) headquarters to further his connection with the QT … Read more
A senior project manager in civil design that is a commercial pilot in his free time? Gary Odehnal proves that “work hard, play hard” is a quote to live by, taking full advantage of opportunities inside and outside the office. Gary was swayed to Lamp Rynearson by the Business Development Team’s charismatic personnel. He also … Read more
Construction Coordinator Steve Wight was initially drawn to Lamp Rynearson 25 years ago by the promise of a stable work environment that would foster personal and professional growth. Steve was hired on to, what was then, our Telecommunications Department. However, during his first summer at Lamp Rynearson he had the opportunity to spend some time … Read more
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
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
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
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