Full Circle: The Return of Craig Spiess to Wood Rodgers

Wood Rodgers is pleased to announce the return of Craig Spiess, PLS to our survey and mapping department in Northern California after over 10 years away.

Full Circle: The Return of Craig Spiess to Wood Rodgers

The Full Circle Journey

On January 28th, 2024, Craig Spiess began his role as a Senior Associate at Wood Rodgers. Craig is no stranger to the company. In fact, Craig worked for Wood Rodgers for over 14 years.

For Craig working for an engineering company is in his blood. He started out working for his dad as a civil engineer, but something wasn’t right. He ended up finding his calling in land surveying.

In 1999, after his dad retired and his mentor came to work for Wood Rodgers, Craig followed and found his way here for the first time.

He credits this mentor as being the person who taught him everything he knows and helped him achieve one of his greatest accomplishments – becoming a licensed surveyor.

Craig felt the call to go back to his roots. In 2013 he left Wood Rodgers to head the survey department of the company that he had always associated with his dad and where he started his career. After, a few years he realized it was time to move on.

“They just weren’t running it the way my dad used to run it. The way it historically used to be run. I wanted to take the survey department in a certain direction. They didn’t want that. So, I just thought life is too short and I’ll move on…. And then the position opened up here in Roseville. So, Mike Motroni and a couple of others contacted me and asked me to come back… So, I am back at Wood Rodgers where I basically had my best working experience.”

A blast from the past! Throwback to 2010 to Craig’s initial stint with Wood Rodgers

“Take Your Time to Learn the Basics” – Craig Spiess, PLS

Surveyors see things most people don’t get to. The job is essential to engineering as it allows us to know the specific measurements of the shape and contours of the earth's surface before we begin a project.

This means they get to see the full construction process take place - seeing the blank slate before any blueprints are even drawn up to seeing the completion of a project.

This is Craig's favorite part of the job – seeing houses get built on his projects.

More than anything else, Craig is a mentor to others. He says his biggest accomplishment other than getting his own license is helping other surveyors get theirs.

“Just seeing how people have grown and become better people personally outside of work, inside of work, professionally, and everything like that, that’s probably been the most rewarding.

More About Craig

Craig Spiess is a California licensed Professional Land Surveyor with 31 years of experience in public and private sectors, commercial, and residential projects. His private sector work includes boundary retracement and subdivision work as it relates to land development. His work experience includes preparation, processing, and reviewing Records of Surveys, Parcel Maps, Subdivision Maps, Boundary Line Adjustments, Certificates of Compliance, Condominium Plans, and ALTA Surveys throughout Northern California. He performs and provides project management and coordination with local agencies for entitlement, mapping, planning, and surveying issues. Craig has regularly supervised field crews and provided support with survey calculations, solving field problems, and scheduling field crews with clients and construction contractors.

Meet Wood Rodgers' Newest Associates and Senior Associates

We are excited to announce the 2024 Wood Rodgers Associate and Senior Associate promotions!

Meet Wood Rodgers' Newest Associates and Senior Associates

This year, we are thrilled to announce the promotion of six employees to the Associate level. Additionally, we have introduced a new tier, Senior Associate, and we are proud to share that fifteen employees have been promoted in this inaugural group of Senior Associates. We are incredibly excited to recognize these individuals for their dedication and hard work. Join us in celebrating their well-deserved accomplishments!

All six newly promoted Associates

Associates

1. Craig Hensley | Senior Proposal Specialist |Sacramento

2. Rebecca Plant, PE | Project Engineer |Pleasanton

3. Hanalei Pruter | Assistant Controller | Orange

4. Jason Roberts | Marketing Manager | Roseville

5. Lorenzo Sanchez | Senior CAD Supervisor | Las Vegas

6. Alan Wong, PE | Project Engineer | Sacramento

Fifteen employees have been promoted to Senior Associate - a brand-new promotional level for Wood Rodgers!

Senior Associates

1. Tim Chamberlain | Principal Planner | Sacramento

2. Eddie Gosse, ME | Principal Engineer |Sacramento

3. Stacie Huggins | Principal Planner | Reno

4. Anthony Johnson, PE, SE | Principal Engineer |Roseville

5. Vance Jones | Principal Planner | Roseville

6. Shane Lynch, PE | Principal Engineer |Sacramento

7.  Mike Nowlan, PE, CFM | Principal Engineer |Sacramento

8.  Harvey Oslick, PE, CFM, CPSWQ, Env SP |Principal Engineer | Roseville

9.  Megan Overton, PE, LEED | Principal Engineer |Reno

10. Paul Petrowsky, PE | Director of Design Technology | Sacramento

11. Jason Reed, PE | Principal Engineer | Roseville

12. Steven Robinson, PE, TE | Principal Engineer |Roseville

13. Mickey Smith, PE, GE | Principal Engineer |Reno

14. Sean Spaeth, PG, PHG | Principal Hydrogeologist| Roseville

15. Sheng Tan, GISP | Director of GIS | Sacramento

Joseph Bartlett has returned to Wood Rodgers

Joseph Bartlett is back at Wood Rodgers after 18 years!

Joseph Bartlett has returned to Wood Rodgers

Joseph Bartlett is back at Wood Rodgers after 18 years! Now leading as a Principal in our Roseville Water Flood & Drainage department, Joseph excels in program management and the execution of flood risk reduction projects. We are thrilled to have him back on the team for new adventures and achievements!

Expanding our Transportation Department in our Orange office!

Wood Rodgers is pleased to announce that Jason Lemons, PE has joined our team as Principal Engineer and will lead our transportation engineering efforts in Orange County and the surrounding region.

Expanding our Transportation Department in our Orange office!

Wood Rodgers is pleased to announce that Jason Lemons, PE has joined our team as Principal Engineer and will lead our transportation engineering efforts in Orange County and the surrounding region. With 23 years of experience in engineering, leadership, and business development, we believe Jason will help us continue to achieve our mission of providing exceptional service to our clients and creating long-term value for society through our work.

New Principal in our Roseville Office!

Wood Rodgers is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Hughes, PE as a Principal in our Roseville Water Flood & Drainage team.

New Principal in our Roseville Office!

Wood Rodgers is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Hughes, PE as a Principal in our Roseville Water Flood & Drainage team. With over 35 years of experience managing large and complex design and construction projects, Michael brings a wealth of expertise to the team. His areas of specialization include landslide investigation and remediation, slope stability analysis, natural terrain hazard assessment, transportation, water resources, wastewater, and flood management.

“I’m looking forward to joining the Wood Rodgers team to expand the services we provide clients and to mentor the next generation of Water Resources professionals to grow Wood Rodgers’ capabilities into the future.”

– Michael Hughes, PE

SR89 and SR267 Corridor Strategic Implementation and Phasing Plan Win!

Wood Rodgers has recently been selected by Placer County to lead the SR89 and SR267 Corridor Strategic Implementation and Phasing Plan.

SR89 and SR267 Corridor Strategic Implementation and Phasing Plan Win!

Wood Rodgers has recently been selected by Placer County to lead the SR89 and SR267 Corridor Strategic Implementation and Phasing Plan. This plan is aimed at advancing the Resort Triangle Transportation Plan vision by transitioning it into a more comprehensive plan for continued project development within the Caltrans system. Wood Rodgers is proud to bring its highly skilled and adaptable team to the forefront of this effort, working towards a solution for the persistent and burgeoning recreational congestion in the area.

In collaboration with esteemed team members such as Mark Thomas, HDR, Kittelson & Associates, Ascent Environmental, and Monument, Wood Rodgers has assembled a group of experts with a wealth of collective experience and deep knowledge of the Tahoe Basin. Together, this dynamic team is committed to delivering the adaptability and expertise needed to successfully bring this project to fruition for the benefit of residents and visitors of Placer County, the Town of Truckee, and Lake Tahoe.

Learn more here: https://www.sierrasun.com/news/placer-county-commissions-plan-for-north-lake-tahoe-highway-transit-improvements/

Transportation Engineering Services in Southern California

We have a new addition to our team in Orange! Pranesh Tarikere, TE has joined Wood Rodgers to help grow our Transportation/Traffic services throughout the Southern California area.

Transportation Engineering Services in Southern California

We have a new addition to our team in Orange! Pranesh Tarikere, TE has joined Wood Rodgers to help grow our Transportation/Traffic services throughout the Southern California area.

Mr. Tarikere has over 19 years of experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, and traffic analysis, serving as a consultant for private land development clients and public agencies in Southern California.

If you have any transportation needs in southern California reach out to us at info@woodrodgers.com

Nevada State Water Rights Surveyor

We have some great news! James Springgate is our Reno office's first Nevada State Water Rights Surveyor! Which means we can now do water rights survey maps and applications.

Nevada State Water Rights Surveyor

We have some great news! James Springgate is our Reno office's first Nevada State Water Rights Surveyor! Which means we can now do water rights survey maps and applications.

Here are some services we can now offer:

  • New water rights appropriations for development
  • Transfer of water rights between owners, uses, or adding additional rights to existing ones.
  • Changing points of diversion for uses, conveyances, or points of return.
  • Impoundment of water for large detention or retention ponds.
  • Mining development, mine remediation, and mining in general.
  • Jurisdictional work regarding canals, irrigation ditches, and other man-made conveyances.
  • Proof of completion of work, or proof of beneficial use.

This is just another way that we can deliver exceptional results to our clients!

Email us at info@woodrodgers.com for more information

Nellis Air Force Base Traffic Study Project Win!

Wood Rodgers has been chosen by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada to provide traffic study and outreach services for the rapidly expanding area surrounding the Nellis Air Force Base (AFB).

Nellis Air Force Base Traffic Study Project Win!

We are pleased to share the exciting news that Wood Rodgers has been chosen by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada to provide traffic study and outreach services for the rapidly expanding area surrounding the Nellis Air Force Base (AFB). Thanks to a Department of Defense grant this study will play a pivotal role in addressing the present and future challenges associated with the AFB’s growth and the dynamic development taking place adjacent to the base.

Building upon our successful completion of the Northeast Valley Transportation Network study, we possess invaluable institutional knowledge and a deep understanding of the pertinent issues, which seamlessly transitions to the current Nellis AFB Traffic Study. Collaborating with HDR, we have assembled an exceptional team with unparalleled expertise and experience to support the expansion of one of the nation’s most significant air force bases.

Wood Rodgers Attends ACEC California Legislative Visit Day

Our team had the opportunity to network with other industry leaders, engage in meaningful discussions on legislative matters, and visit legislative offices to advocate for our profession.

Wood Rodgers Attends ACEC California Legislative Visit Day

Last week our Sacramento office participated in the ACEC California Legislative Visit Day. Our team had the opportunity to network with other industry leaders, engage in meaningful discussions on legislative matters, and visit legislative offices to advocate for our profession. It was an insightful and impactful experience that strengthens our commitment to engineering excellence!

Happy 10 Year Anniversary | Ashley Verling!

I remember hearing all of the stories about people spending their 20's at Wood Rodgers and recently realized that I have now been there, done that.

Happy 10 Year Anniversary | Ashley Verling!

Surveyors Week March 19th-25th

Learn about two of our surveyors: David Brent - PLS, and Mike Long - PLS, for Surveyors Week 2023!

Surveyors Week March 19th-25th

David Brent, PLS – Associate Surveyor | 10 Years of Experience

1. Why/how did you get into Surveying?

Land surveying is a profession that I stumbled into after high school. It started off as a summer job on a field crew pounding construction stakes. I eventually ran my own field crew and then worked my way into the office.

2. What was your career path to get into Surveying?

For me, it was all on-the-job experience. I started off in the field and then transitioned into the office and started pursuing my professional license.

3. What is your favorite part of Surveying?

I enjoy the diversity of the projects we get to work on and the variety of services we provide. It has also been exciting to the see the advancements in technology within our industry since I first started.

4. What is your advice for anyone looking to get into Surveying?

If possible, try to find a mentor. I’ve had a few different mentors throughout my career and they’ve each contributed significantly to my growth as a land surveyor. Because there are so few college surveying programs out there, mentorship and on-the-job training are a great way to break into our profession.

Mike Long, PLS, CFedS – Director of Surveying | 40 Years of Experience

1. Why/how did you get into Surveying?

I was an Architectural draftsman and was asked to assist on a Survey crew. It was great to work outdoors using Survey instruments and to see how the data made its way onto paper.

2. What was your career path to get into Surveying?

My journey started with the US Army. My aptitude tests placed me into the Geodetic Survey program which I surprisingly excelled. This allowed me to work all over the country on a 3-person crew, including a 3-month project in Puerto Rico.

3. What is your favorite part of Surveying?

I enjoy working with talented people forming a team to complete a project.

4. What is your advice for anyone looking to get into Surveying?

Enroll in a Survey program. This will enlighten you on all the elements that make up Land Surveying. There are so many opportunities online and this will make you a well rounded Land Surveyor.

Happy 25 Year Anniversary | Martin Rodriguez

Wow! 25 years. It's hard to believe it's been that long. It really has been quite a ride.

Happy 25 Year Anniversary | Martin Rodriguez

Wood Rodgers Expands Flood and Drainage Services with Key New Hire

Wood Rodgers, Inc. is pleased to announce that Ric Reinhardt, PE has joined the firm to expand Flood and Drainage Services to our clients. Ric has over 25 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, flood management, and ecosystem restoration planning and design.

Wood Rodgers Expands Flood and Drainage Services with Key New Hire

Wood Rodgers, Inc. is pleased to announce that Ric Reinhardt, PE has joined the firm to expand Flood and Drainage Services to our clients. Ric has over 25 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, flood management, and ecosystem restoration planning and design. Ric has provided project management and technical support for flood management agencies and Reclamation Districts, and advises a variety of local agencies on flood management issues.  Throughout his career, Ric has contributed to a number of flood and multi-benefit projects in the California Central Valley.

Ric previously worked for MBK Engineers focusing on Flood Management and spent 4 years with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Ric holds both a BS, and a MS in Civil Engineering from California State University, Sacramento.

“I’m excited to join the Wood Rodgers’ team to expand the services we provide clients and to mentor the next generation of flood management professionals to grow Wood Rodgers’ capabilities into the future.” - Ric Reinhardt, PE

Happy Anniversary to Wood Rodgers Employees!

We would like to wish the following employees Happy 5 year Anniversary! Thank you for your continued years of service!

Happy Anniversary to Wood Rodgers Employees!

We would like to wish the following employees Happy 5 year Anniversary!  Thank you for your continued years of service!

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