Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architecture & Engineering Solutions
Founded in 1959, Schemmer is a full-service architecture, engineering, and construction field services firm dedicated to creating innovative, client-focused solutions. Our collaborative culture emphasizes individual responsibility, technological advancement, and sustainable design principles. With eight Midwest locations, we serve diverse markets including commercial, healthcare, education, and transportation sectors. Our team of award-winning professionals combines over six decades of experience with cutting-edge technology like 3D building scanning and BIM services. We prioritize client partnerships, offering tailored solutions from initial concept through construction completion.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through rigorous quality control, continuous professional development, and a proven track record of 98% client satisfaction. As industry leaders, we integrate sustainability into every project phase while maintaining strict adherence to budgetary and timeline requirements. Our in-house materials testing laboratories ensure compliance with federal and state standards, including certifications from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Through strategic community engagement and the SE 2050 Initiative, we remain at the forefront of sustainable design practices.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Construction Services
Geotechnical Analysis
BIM Modeling
Facility Assessments
Sustainable Design
Materials Testing
Transportation Planning
Electrical Systems
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of experience in architecture and engineering services.
- Our team utilizes cutting-edge technology for precise 3D building scanning and BIM services.
- We maintain certified materials testing laboratories meeting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers standards.
- Our 98% client satisfaction rate demonstrates our commitment to project success.
- We integrate sustainability into every project phase through LEED-certified professionals.
What people say
Fantastic to work with
Quality A&E services
Stress-free design process
Top-notch design services
Innovative problem solvers
Services
Architecture
Our architecture team creates functional, sustainable spaces through collaborative design processes. We offer comprehensive services from schematic design to construction administration, utilizing award-winning expertise and advanced technologies. Our focus on client needs ensures spaces that balance aesthetics, cost efficiency, and environmental responsibility while meeting specific project requirements.
Engineering
We provide multidisciplinary engineering services including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems. Our engineers combine technical expertise with innovative problem-solving to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions. From initial analysis to final implementation, we ensure systems integration and long-term performance across diverse project types.
BIM Services
Our BIM services utilize Revit and Navisworks software for virtual design and construction. This technology enables real-time collaboration, clash detection, and project visualization. We help clients optimize design efficiency and construction coordination through comprehensive 3D modeling and data integration throughout the project lifecycle.
Geotechnical Engineering
We offer comprehensive geotechnical services including foundation design, slope stability analysis, and materials testing. Our certified laboratories in Council Bluffs and Lincoln provide accurate soil and rock analysis. These services ensure safe, cost-effective solutions for infrastructure and building projects through data-driven subsurface evaluations.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design approach integrates energy efficiency and environmental responsibility into every project phase. We employ LEED-certified professionals and energy modeling tools to optimize building performance. Services include life-cycle analysis, renewable system integration, and low-impact development strategies that reduce operating costs while minimizing ecological footprints.
People
Steve Kathol
President and Chief Executive Officer
Leading Schemmer since 2012, Steve Kathol brings 30+ years of architectural and engineering expertise. A licensed Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer, he focuses on strategic growth and client relationships while maintaining technical excellence across all projects.
Jason Heinze
Executive Vice President of Architecture
With 25+ years in architectural design, Jason oversees Schemmer's architecture practice. A LEED Accredited Professional, he specializes in complex commercial and institutional projects, emphasizing sustainable solutions that balance functionality with aesthetic excellence.
Doug Holle
Executive Vice President of Engineering
Doug Holle directs engineering operations with 28 years of structural engineering experience. As a licensed Professional Engineer, he ensures technical rigor across projects while promoting innovation in structural systems and construction methodologies for diverse building types.
Shane Larsen
Architecture Manager
A licensed architect and NCARB-certified professional, Shane manages architectural projects with emphasis on healthcare and educational facilities. He brings 20+ years of experience in client-focused design solutions that prioritize functionality, safety, and long-term value.
Matt Sutton
Civil Engineering Manager
LEED AP-certified Matt Sutton leads civil engineering services with expertise in site development and infrastructure projects. His 22 years of experience focus on integrating sustainable practices with practical engineering solutions for municipal and private sector clients.
Questions
What architecture services does Schemmer offer?
We provide full-cycle architectural services including schematic design, facility assessments, interior design, and construction administration for commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities.
How does Schemmer handle engineering projects?
Our multidisciplinary engineering team offers structural, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical services using advanced BIM technology for integrated, code-compliant solutions across all project phases.
What construction management services are available?
We provide construction observation, materials testing, contract administration, and progress verification services with certified technicians and engineers ensuring quality control and specification compliance.
How does Schemmer incorporate sustainability?
Sustainability is integrated through energy modeling, LEED-certified professionals, and lifecycle analysis. We focus on energy efficiency, responsible materials, and low-impact development across all project phases.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Based in Omaha, we serve the Midwest from eight locations including Denver, Des Moines, Lincoln, and Oklahoma City, with project experience nationwide.
How are client relationships managed?
We use a collaborative approach with dedicated project teams and the Voice of the Client Committee to ensure continuous feedback and alignment with client goals throughout the project lifecycle.
