This year, RICK proudly celebrates 70 years of innovation, collaboration, and service.
What began as a small firm in 1955 has grown into a multidisciplinary company with 11 offices across the southwestern United States.
Along the way, we’ve worked on countless transformative projects and partnered with incredible people and organizations to leave a lasting impact.
RICK’s story began in San Diego, where Glenn Rick worked as City Planning Engineer and played a key role in reimaging Mission Bay in 1944. Eleven years later, after retiring from the City of San Diego, he opened the first RICK office with his two sons. From the start, the firm focused on delivering innovative solutions in civil engineering, planning, survey, and mapping.
As RICK grew, the company embraced new opportunities that shaped our future. Moving to a larger headquarters in San Diego and expanding into technologies like photogrammetry set the stage for decades of growth. We began adding divisions and expanding geographically, opening more offices in California and moving into Arizona, Colorado, and Nevada.
“As we hit this major milestone of 70 years in business, we’re taking the time to reflect on the people, projects, and partnerships that brought us here. In the months ahead, we’ll be sharing stories that reflect our growth and innovation as a firm.”
—Kai Ramer, President
Over the coming months, we’ll be posting stories from each decade of RICK’s history, starting with the early years that came before the firm was officially established. It’s a chance to look back on the landmark projects that defined each decade and to celebrate the people and partnerships behind them. Keep watching our news feed each month as the articles roll out and we celebrate the RICK legacy!
