ISG Moves Across the River to Support Growth and Enhance Client Services

Sep 13, 2022

Top 500 ENR Firm to Further Waterloo’s Downtown Development Renaissance

September 13, 2022 (Waterloo, Iowa) – Building off of development momentum within the City of Waterloo, ISG is now the primary tenant of Art Bloc, a new mixed-use residential building overlooking the Cedar River in downtown Waterloo. ISG—a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, environmental, and planning firm—reimagined the second level interior, designing a state-of-the-art office build-out to facilitate collaboration and communication and improve operational efficiencies.

One of ISG’s 11 locations, the new Waterloo office features an elevated plaza and outdoor patio adjacent to the River Loop Amphitheatre, a hotspot for live music and events. Just steps away, employees can easily access Waterloo’s extensive trail network, a popular riverfront amenity.

“We are excited to be situated along Waterloo’s vibrant waterfront and be a part of the area’s revitalization. ISG has been involved in several major downtown renovation projects, including the Waterloo Convention Center and Best Western Hotel, and is excited to add to the positive story of Waterloo’s regional resurgence,” says Cody Vanasse, ISG Architectural Group Leader.

Since 2018, ISG has continued to invest in Waterloo and the Cedar Valley by not only recruiting staff to the area but supporting local communities. From staff count and community initiatives to the design of transformative local projects, ISG continues to grow its presence in Waterloo. For five consecutive years, Zweig Group has named ISG among the 100 fastest growing firms, best places to work, and market excellence leader in the United States. In 2021, the firm jumped 56 spots to 250 on the Engineering News Record magazine Top 500 Design Firms list.

“We strongly believe that growth, whether within our firm or community, requires leadership, culture, and great places to perform work. ISG is looking to add top talent to our Waterloo office and feel that is best accomplished in the downtown Art Bloc location with dedicated, local leadership,” states Derek Johnson, PE, ISG Executive Vice President.

ISG prides itself on giving back to the community with its time, talent, and resources. Several members of the Waterloo office team hold leadership positions on boards and committees for Main Street Waterloo, Grow Cedar Valley, and Partners in Education. Additionally, a spacious conference room in the new office is available as a resource for community groups to meet.

In 2023, ISG will celebrate 50 years of making a difference for its clients, communities, and its team. Starting as a small office and growing to over 450 employees across four states, ISG is dedicated to forging a legacy of sustainable growth and looks forward to positively impacting the Waterloo community and surrounding region.

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ISG Takes Root In Rogers, Arkansas, With A New Office + Acquisition of Unit Architecture

August 17, 2023 (Rogers, Arkansas) – In the midst of celebrating their 50th anniversary, ISG is proud to announce expansion into Rogers, Arkansas. This strategic move marks a chapter of growth as the firm seeks to make a positive difference in more communities across the nation.

ISG Reinforces Its Commitment to South Dakota With A New Office In Pierre

Pierre, South Dakota (August 15, 2023)—Within weeks of expanding its Sioux Falls footprint to The Bancorp Building at Cherapa Place, architecture, engineering, environmental, and planning firm ISG further strengthens its ability to support South Dakota communities by opening an office in Pierre. This new location will boost the firm’s ability to serve clients throughout central and western South Dakota.

ISG Celebrates 50 Years of Business, Ready for 50 More

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Environmental Firm to Host Southern Minnesota Lake Resources Conference

March 14, 2023 (Mankato, Minnesota) – ISG will host the inaugural Future of Southern Minnesota Lakes Conference on April 22, 2023, in Mankato, Minnesota. The conference will equip community members, lake associations, and lake stewards with the tools, approaches, and resources to care for the lakes of Southern Minnesota.

ISG Moves Across the River to Support Growth and Enhance Client Services

September 13, 2022 (Waterloo, Iowa) – Building off of development momentum within the City of Waterloo, ISG is now the primary tenant of Art Bloc, a new mixed-use residential building overlooking the Cedar River in downtown Waterloo. ISG—a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, environmental, and planning firm—reimagined the second level interior, designing a state-of-the-art office build-out to facilitate collaboration and communication and improve operational efficiencies.

ISG Welcomes Project Manager Marty Metcalf – Former Waterloo Community School District Facility Director

May 5, 2022 (Waterloo, IA) – ISG is excited to continue to build upon its PreK-12 facility planning strengths with the addition of former Waterloo Community School District Facility Director, Marty Metcalf. Bringing over 40 years of facility management experience, including the oversight and maintenance of 21 school facilities with over 10,000 students, Marty will collaborate with school districts in Iowa and across the Midwest to develop strategic and implementable long-range plans.