Zahner & Associates, Inc. Professional Land Surveying & Engineering

06/11/2026

04/20/2026

🇺🇸 NSPS (National Society of Professional Surveyors) Day on the Hill, Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸
Last week Mike, Eann, Colby & Dylan attended the NSPS Day on the Hill where they had the opportunity to visit the offices of Jason Smith, Josh Hawley & Eric Schmitt.

04/10/2026

🎉 Celebrating 5 Years! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize Alex Armbruster for 5 amazing years with us as our Safety Manager!

💬 A few quick facts about him:
*Why he’s stayed: "The people and the culture. You don’t find this kind of longevity everywhere- it really shows how much they care about us."
*Favorite project: Taum Sauk -"I look forward to those views every year"
*How Alex's coworkers describe him: Friendly, understanding, team oriented, and a can-do attitude.
*Fun fact: He has 6 brothers
*What he's doing off the clock: "I work for Zahner & Associates- so of course I'm golfing when I'm not busy with my kids" ⛳
*Something people might not know about his job: He gets to cook every Wednesday 🍔
💡 Advice for someone thinking about joining our team: "Just do it—you won’t regret it."

👏 Thanks for 5 great years, Alex —we’re lucky to have you!

12/25/2025

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Zahner & Associates! 🦃 🍁
This season reminds us how grateful we are for the communities we serve and the relationships we’ve built along the way. Thank you for your continued trust and support.
We hope you enjoy a restful holiday surrounded by family and friends.

11/01/2025

We had a spooktacular afternoon at Zahner & Associates! 👻 Our employees and their families stopped by for trick-or-treating! We loved seeing all the creative costumes—thank you to everyone who joined in the fun! 🕸️🧡

07/15/2025

Behind every great company is a leader who cares. We're honored (and not at all surprised) that Mike has been chosen as Humanitarian of the Year. His selfless leadership, compassion, and commitment to our community inspires us and makes us proud to work for him. While he's far too humble to seek recognition, this honor is so well deserved!

🌟 Announcing the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year: Michael D. Zahner! 🌟

The Perry County Community Foundation is proud to honor Mike Zahner as this year’s Humanitarian—a true pillar of our community whose career and service have left a lasting mark on Perry County.

🏗️ Builder. Mentor. Leader.
For over 45 years, Mike has shaped more than just our landscape as a licensed Land Surveyor and founder of Zahner & Associates—he's shaped lives and lifted up future leaders across Missouri and beyond.

💙 A Quiet Force for Good
From the Perry County Mental Health Board to the National Veterans Memorial, from St. Rose of Lima Parish to the Rotary Club—Mike leads with humility, heart, and tireless dedication.

📅 SAVE THE DATE:
Help us celebrate Mike at the 2025 Humanitarian Dinner
🗓 Thursday, November 6
📍 Robinson Event Center
🎟️ Ticket and sponsorship info coming soon!

As part of this honor, Mike will also receive a $1,000 grant to donate to a nonprofit of his choice. We can’t wait to see where he’ll pay it forward. 💛

Let’s come together to celebrate a remarkable person—and the spirit of Perry County.

06/10/2025

We asked our Civil Engineer, Mark McKlin, what goes into making a site accessible for all users. Here’s what he shared:

“Making a site ADA compliant requires the Engineer to evaluate the slopes and finish grades with greater attention to detail. ADA access to a place of business requires that certain parking stalls and pedestrian pathways be relatively flat. When stairs, ramps, or sidewalk switchbacks are required on a site, ADA guidelines assist with placement of railings, pavement markings, signage, and the dimensions of stairs.”
👉🏻 Stay tuned for more Engineering Minute insights from Zahner & Associates!

06/03/2025

Engineering Minute with Mark McKlin
How do you balance design with budget or client expectations?
It’s one of the trickiest parts of engineering—and one we deal with every day.

“In many projects, the balance between budget and client expectations can be the most difficult hurdle to clear,” says Zahner engineering technician Mark McKlin. “One method we use is providing construction material quantities with the preliminary design. That way, owners get a real financial picture before final plans are made.”
By showing clients what’s feasible from the start, they can make informed decisions about what stays, what changes, and what fits. It’s not just smart engineering—it’s smart planning.

More quick insights coming soon in our Engineering Minute series.