Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering & Land Surveying Partner in Minnesota
Established in 1990, Rehder & Associates, Inc. has built a reputation as a trusted provider of civil engineering and land surveying services across Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. Our team of seasoned professionals combines decades of collective experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions for public and private sector clients. We specialize in land development, site grading, stormwater management, and construction administration, ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements while exceeding client expectations. Our commitment to fostering long-term client relationships is reflected in our track record of successful project completions within budget and timeline constraints. With expertise spanning commercial, residential, educational, and recreational developments, we provide tailored services that address unique project challenges.Our staff includes licensed engineers and surveyors who bring technical precision to every phase of design and implementation. From feasibility studies to as-built documentation, we maintain rigorous quality control standards to guarantee reliable outcomes. Our Twin Cities-based team works closely with governing agencies to streamline permitting processes and ensure compliance with local regulations. By prioritizing clear communication and collaborative problem-solving, we aim to transform complex engineering challenges into practical, sustainable solutions. This approach has solidified our position as a preferred partner for clients seeking dependable, high-quality civil engineering services.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Storm Water Management
Boundary Surveys
Construction Staking
Site Development
Hydrologic Analysis
Erosion Control
Utility Design
Project Permitting
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined experience in civil engineering and land surveying
- Our team includes licensed professionals with specialized expertise in stormwater management
- We utilize advanced technologies for accurate surveying and design solutions
- Our Twin Cities-based team serves clients across Minnesota and Western Wisconsin
- We maintain a proven track record of delivering projects on-time and under-budget
Services
Civil Engineering
We provide comprehensive civil engineering services for land development and infrastructure projects. Our expertise covers site grading, utility design, and regulatory compliance for commercial, residential, and public sector clients. Our team ensures technical precision in stormwater management and erosion control planning.
Land Surveying
Our full-spectrum land surveying services include boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction staking. We conduct ALTA/ACSM surveys, registered land divisions, and construction layout services for residential, commercial, and industrial sites across Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
Storm Water Management
We specialize in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for stormwater systems. Our services include infiltration basin design, FEMA map revisions, and comprehensive stormwater pollution prevention plans tailored to project-specific requirements.
Construction Administration
We provide end-to-end construction administration services including cost estimation, inspection, and as-built documentation. Our team ensures compliance with design specifications while maintaining project timelines and budgetary constraints.
Site Development
Our site development services cover commercial/industrial redevelopment, residential subdivisions, and mixed-use projects. We manage grading plans, utility coordination, and regulatory permitting to transform raw land into functional spaces.
People
Nicholas P. Adam
President and Principal Civil Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer with 25 years of experience specializing in stormwater management and hydrologic modeling. Graduated from University of Minnesota with Civil Engineering degree in 2000.
Christine Larson
Vice-President
Oversees firm operations with expertise in land use planning. Holds degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies from University of Minnesota with emphasis in land use planning.
John Jacoby
Head Survey Crew Chief
Certified Level III Construction surveyor with 35 years of experience. Graduated from St. Paul College in 1986 with Civil Engineering Technology degree and extensive field expertise.
Matthew Thiel
Registered Land Surveyor
Licensed surveyor with experience in residential and commercial projects. Holds Geomatics certificate from St. Paul College and specializes in drafting and project management since 2013.
Ben Quaas
Professional Engineer
PE licensed in 2021 with experience in full-cycle project management. Graduated with honors from North Dakota State University in 2017 and specializes in design implementation phases.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil engineering services including site development, stormwater management, utility design, and construction administration for commercial, residential, and public sector projects.
Do you handle land surveying projects?
Yes, we offer boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction staking, ALTA/ACSM surveys, and registered land divisions across Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Twin Cities metro area and greater Minnesota, with surveying experience extending to Western Wisconsin projects.
How long have you been in business?
Rehder & Associates has provided engineering and surveying services since our founding in 1990, with many team members having decades of experience.
What project types do you handle?
We work on commercial/industrial developments, residential subdivisions, educational facilities, parks, and church projects including both new developments and site redevelopments.
Do you assist with regulatory compliance?
Yes, we manage permitting processes with MN/DOT, DNR, and local agencies while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and environmental regulations.
