Shoemaker & Haaland is an employee-owned engineering firm comprised of structural engineers, civil engineers, CAD/Revit designers, land surveyors, and 3D technicians. We maintain a company culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Shoemaker & Haaland provides our clients with efficient, innovative, and economical design solutions while maintaining responsive client focused relationships.
Shoemaker & Haaland Disciplines

INNOVATING FOR THE FUTURE
At Shoemaker & Haaland you can…
- Share your talents and ideas.
- Collaborate, increase your technical knowledge, and advance your career.
- Work with experienced industry leaders.
- Contribute to a company culture that focuses on inclusion, team building, and a work-life balance.
New to Iowa City – Cedar Rapids?
Here are some of the highlights the corridor has to offer.
Iowa Athletics
The University of Iowa has athletic events year round for sports enthusiasts! From Hawkeye Football and Basketball to Wrestling, Baseball, and everything in between. Come tailgate and cheer on the Hawkeyes!
The Englert Theater
Located in the heart of Iowa City, The Englert Theatre was inaugurated in 1912 as a vaudeville theatre. Today, the venue showcases concerts and theatre performances by local and established artists as well as movie screenings and other interesting events.
RAGBRAI
RAGBRAI, Registerβs Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, comes through the Iowa City area on a regular basis! RAGBRAI is more than just a bike ride, it is an epic eight-day rolling festival of bicycles, music, food, camaraderie, and community. Starting in 1973, it is the oldest, largest, and longest multi-day bicycle touring event in the world.
Coralville Lake
Coralville Lake has a wide variety of recreational activities available including fishing, picnic areas with group shelters, boat ramps, accessible fishing piers, river & lake fishing, and hunting. You can also enjoy mountain bike trails, hiking trails, lake swimming, sand volleyball, and boating activities!
Shoemaker & Haaland was privileged to serve as civil engineer for the Keokuk, Iowa Road of Honor. From project kickoff to ribbon cutting, Shoemaker & Haaland is proud of the design and humbled by the efforts of the Road of Honor Committee, Mayor Mahoney, Bill Smith, Keokuk Public Works Department, and everyone who was part of this realizing improvement project. The design prioritized that all visiting veterans, families, and friends find peace in the Keokuk National Cemetery and enjoy the new Road of Honor πΊπΈ ... See MoreSee Less
Veterans, locals celebrate unveiling of Keokuk's 'Road of Honor' to national cemetery
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Veterans and residents from across Iowa gathered in Keokuk on Thursday to celebrate the unveiling of the βRoad of Honor,β a newly revitalized stretch of South 10 CommentsComment on Facebook
Shoemaker & Haaland is pleased to have consulted and advised the artists on this new great piece for the City of Iowa City.
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Celebrate "Uplift," Iowa City’s newest public art installation | Latest News | Iowa City, IA
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A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held to celebrate βUplift," Iowa Cityβs newest public art installation, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in conjunction with the Fairmeadows Party in the Park event.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
SHOEMAKER & HAALAND Acquires WELCH DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT to Enhance Market Position and Expand Offerings
Coralville, Iowa β Shoemaker & Haaland, a dynamic organization of 38 talented engineers, designers, and surveyors, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Welch Design and Development. Michael Welch is a highly regarded provider of civil engineering and land development services. This strategic acquisition will enhance Shoemaker & Haalandβs site development service offerings.
Michael Welch will assume the leadership of Shoemaker and Haalandβs site development team, leveraging his extensive experience in civil site design and land development to drive innovative solutions for clients and complement the existing service offerings of Shoemaker & Haaland. Welch returns to Shoemaker & Haaland after spending the past eight years pursuing opportunities in private development, including operating his own firm for the past three years. During this time, Welch developed a reputation for providing high quality service to his clients while successfully navigating the complex landscape of municipal zoning regulations.
"Michael brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in land development services,β said Josh Root, Principal at Shoemaker & Haaland. βWe are thrilled to welcome him back to our team, where his leadership will play a pivotal role in our growth and development strategy.β
βIβm excited to return to Shoemaker & Haaland and work with a talented group of professionals,β said Welch. βIβm looking forward to collaborating with the talented staff at Shoemaker & Haaland to continue to provide excellent service to our clients.β ... See MoreSee Less
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Alliant Energy LightLine pedestrian bridge will link the Czech Village and NewBo district! The coast to coast Great American Trail will soon go through Cedar Rapids! Shoemaker & Haaland served as the civil design consultant for this project. Go Team! ... See MoreSee Less
ConnectCR breaks ground on Alliant Energy LightLine pedestrian bridge
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It will connect the NewBo and Czech village neighborhoods.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Go Iowa Heartlanders ππ₯ | Friends, Fun, & Box Suite | Dash Spreads the Spirit π ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations and happy retirement to Douglas Weihe, PE, SE | Honoring 34 years of service, thank you!π ... See MoreSee Less
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Looks like fun. Congrats, Doug!!