Business Details
36 Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Surveying Experts in Eagan, MN
Founded in 1990, Rehder & Associates has served the Twin Cities metro area and greater Minnesota for over three decades. As a full-service civil engineering and land surveying firm, we specialize in delivering comprehensive solutions for both public and private sector clients. Our commitment to client relationships drives us to exceed expectations by completing projects on time and under budget. Backed by a team of seasoned professionals and equipped with cutting-edge technology, we design innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable projects. Our expertise spans land and site development, water resources management, and infrastructure planning.Through consistent regulatory compliance and personalized service, we have built a trusted reputation for quality and reliability. Our team's technical proficiency ensures tailored solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional clients. We prioritize feasibility studies, construction administration, and meticulous plan reviews to guarantee project success. By focusing on sustainable engineering practices, we help clients achieve long-term value while meeting evolving regulatory requirements. Our dedication to continuous improvement maintains our position as a leader in the engineering and surveying industries.
Services
Land Development
Storm Water Management
Erosion Control
Utility Design
Construction Administration
Regulatory Permitting
Grading Plans
Hydrologic Analysis
Boundary Surveys
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of specialized engineering experience in Minnesota
- Our staff includes certified professionals with advanced technical training
- We consistently deliver projects 15% under budget on average
- Our proprietary hydrologic modeling system improves stormwater management
- We maintain perfect regulatory compliance across 30+ years of operations
Services
Land Development
We provide comprehensive land development services for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. Our engineers optimize site layouts for regulatory compliance and functional efficiency. With advanced grading and infrastructure planning, we ensure cost-effective development that maximizes usable space while maintaining environmental sustainability.
Storm Water Management
Our stormwater management solutions include hydrologic modeling and detention system design. We create systems that control runoff volume and improve water quality. Through infiltration basins, rain gardens, and subsurface ponds, we implement sustainable water management strategies that meet regulatory requirements and prevent flooding.
Boundary Surveys
We conduct precise boundary surveys using modern equipment and certified methodologies. Our surveys establish legal property lines and identify easements. With Level III Construction certification, our surveyors deliver accurate data for land development, title insurance, and dispute resolution across residential and commercial properties.
Utility Design
Our utility design covers water main, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems. We engineer efficient networks that meet current demands and future growth projections. Through comprehensive lift station design and pipeline analysis, we ensure reliable utility infrastructure that complies with local regulations and environmental standards.
Construction Administration
We provide complete construction administration services including cost estimation, inspection, and as-built documentation. Our team monitors progress against plans and specifications. Through regular site visits and coordination with contractors, we ensure quality control and adherence to project timelines and budgets.
People
Nicholas P. Adam
President & Principal Civil Engineer
PE with 25+ years' experience in Minnesota stormwater management. University of Minnesota graduate (2000) and licensed engineer since 2004. Expert in hydrologic modeling and commercial/residential infrastructure projects.
Christine Larson
Vice-President
University of Minnesota graduate in Natural Resources (2002) with 20+ years in business operations. Oversees daily operations and client relations, ensuring consistent service delivery across engineering and surveying disciplines.
John Jacoby
Head Survey Crew Chief
35+ years' surveying experience with NSPS Level III certification. Graduated from St. Paul College (1986) in Civil Engineering Technology. Leads field operations with specialized expertise in complex construction staking and boundary determinations.
Ben Quaas
Professional Engineer
Licensed PE since 2021 with honors degree from North Dakota State (2017). Manages design phases of engineering projects, specializing in regulatory compliance and construction documentation for diverse development types.
Matthew Thiel
Registered Land Surveyor
Licensed surveyor since 2024 with 11 years' experience since 2013. Holds Geomatics certificate from St. Paul College. Focuses on surveying drafting and project management for both residential and commercial land development projects.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including land development, utility design, stormwater management, grading plans, regulatory permitting, and construction administration for commercial, residential, and governmental projects.
How long have you served the Minnesota area?
We have been providing engineering and surveying services across Minnesota since our founding in 1990, with staff having up to 35 years of local experience.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Twin Cities metropolitan area and have completed projects throughout greater Minnesota for both public infrastructure and private development.
What surveying services do you provide?
Our surveying services include boundary determination, topographic mapping, construction staking, and ALTA/ACSM surveys using certified equipment and Level III Construction-certified personnel.
How do you ensure project success?
We combine experienced professionals with advanced technologies to deliver projects on time and under budget. Our team maintains perfect regulatory compliance and provides continuous client communication throughout project completion.
Reviews (1)
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Sep 06, 2015
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The crew was surveying a neighboring lot. I asked the surveyor not to dig in my yard due to sprinkler heads and lines. He dug a foot deep. I indicated where the lot line was based on a city survey that was done 2-3 years ago for the new streets. He ignored that and dug another hole in the middle of my yard when his detector found a metal clamp on my sprinkler line. I then told him to remove himself from my property. Called the Rehder office to inform them, and they were not interested in making sure the crew stayed away. A company I would never even consider hiring!
