Posts by Erik Olson
CREATIVITY MEETS COMPLIANCE: MOYIE SPRINGS’ PATH TO A MODERN WASTEWATER SYSTEM
For small communities, wastewater infrastructure is about far more than pipes and permits. It’s about protecting public health, safeguarding local waterways, and doing it in a way that’s financially realistic for residents. This was the challenge facing the City of Moyie Springs (City) in Idaho, and it’s where our civil engineering firm helped transform a…
Read MorePutting a Park Where You Least Expect It
How Ammon bridged the gap between public infrastructure and recreation Public infrastructure is all around us, whether we notice it or not. Water comes on with the turn of a handle, roads get us from Point A to Point B, and sewage is pumped to a treatment plant, all without a second thought. These systems…
Read MoreEmployee Spotlight: Jaden Jackson, PE, Project Manager
If you work smart, surround yourself with people that believe in you, and dream big, you can achieve almost anything. At Keller, a leading civil engineering firm, that’s the mindset Jaden brings to his role as a Project Manager in Idaho Falls. Known for stepping up to whatever comes his way, he lifts up the…
Read MoreKeller’s Top 5 for 2025: Our Year-end Wrap Up
As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the changes, challenges, and achievements that defined 2025. It’s been a year of growth and progress here at Keller—one we’re truly grateful for. While there were countless highlights, we’ve narrowed it down to Keller’s Top 5 that captures who we are and where…
Read MoreRaising the Grade: Keller’s Commitment to Improving Idaho’s Infrastructure
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is the nation’s leading authority on infrastructure. They recently released their 2025 report card and gave Idaho a “C” rating. That’s up from a “C-” last time and is notably better than the national average of “D.” This progress tells a story of steady improvement—and civil engineering firms…
Read MoreEmployee Spotlight: Jeny Thornton, CAD Manager
At Keller, a civil engineering firm built on collaboration, curiosity, and craftsmanship, our people are the true foundation of our success. This month, we’re shining the spotlight on someone who embodies all three: Jeny Thornton, our CAD Manager. From mentoring a 30-person design team to bringing complex infrastructure projects to life, Jeny’s leadership and calm,…
Read MoreInside the New Engineers and Surveyors Summit 2025
What if you started your civil engineering career in a place that truly invested in your growth? Where you’re supported, challenged, and surrounded by people who want to see you succeed? At Keller, we believe that when our people grow, our partnerships grow, too. Because you’re building more than infrastructure. You’re building your future, making…
Read MoreEmployee Spotlight: Ashley Wolgast, Project Coordinator
Not everyone at a civil engineering firm is all about formulas and math. It takes a mix of minds to keep things structurally sound. Take Ashley Wolgast, for example. As a recent addition to our Project Coordinator team, her role is key to keeping our people on task and the project on schedule and on…
Read MoreKELLER VOICES: MORE THAN A JOB–A CULTURE THAT CARES
At Keller, we believe that when people feel supported and empowered, they do their best—both professionally and personally. Our employees thrive because we provide flexibility, meaningful projects, and a culture that values real connection, growth, and well-being. From work-life balance and career development to working remotely and personal fulfillment, Keller is a civil engineering firm…
Read MoreCivil Engineering That Goes Beyond Design
When it comes to great engineering, a quality design is just the beginning. A lot of the heavy lifting actually starts when the plans leave an engineer’s hands. Whether it’s a sprawling infrastructure project or a small site upgrade, our goal at Keller is to see that our designs are built right. Because when engineers stay…
Read MoreKeller’s PNCWA 2025 Annual Conference Roundup
What happens when the region’s leading water and environmental professionals get together to tackle the industry’s most pressing issues? Keller found out last week as our team attended the PNCWA 2025 Annual Conference hosted in Portland, Oregon. It was a special opportunity to connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and learn from some of the best…
Read MoreKELLER VOICES: WHERE PEOPLE EXPLORE, LEARN, AND GROW
When was the last time you felt encouraged to try something new? To take a risk? Or embrace challenges that matter to you? At Keller, you can do it all. Here, we create the space, tools, and support for people to follow their passions and build a meaningful career. Check out the following stories of…
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