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Gogo Squeez—Large-Scale Industrial Project Gogo Squeez was a large-scale construction surveying and staking project involving a 186,000-SF addition to an existing food processing building. The client initially tasked FOCUS with staking out the geo piers on the site to establish ground stability and structural integrity. The number of geo piers totaled approximately 2,500, as staking […]

I-15 Improvements—7200 S to 9000 S Concrete Panel Replacement Project Overview FOCUS collaborated with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) to improve the I-15 north and southbound lanes from 7200 S to 9000 S. The project roughly stretched over two miles along this vital interstate. Since I-15 is essential to Utah’s traffic flow, the project […]

Staff Spotlight: Jake Standerwick Being able to create new processes & teach our team new things every day has made this endeavor very fulfilling, and I wouldn’t want it any other way. —Jake Standerwick Background and Career Journey Jake Standerwick is a survey technician working alongside our Boise construction staking and surveying teams. After spending […]

Traffic Data Collection: Methods and Importance in the Field of Engineering Traffic data collection plays a crucial role not only in transportation engineering but also in broader planning efforts, offering essential insights for traffic impact studies, infrastructure improvements, and regional growth patterns. At FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, we specialize in gathering and analyzing traffic data […]

Staff Spotlight: Michael Brown The state of Utah is growing rapidly . . . I would like to be a part of the roadways that people use daily. —Michael Brown A Budding Career in Transportation Michael is an intern in the Transportation department at FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, and an engineering student at The University […]

The Platinum of the Month award is a testament to the outstanding individuals who embody the core values of FOCUS.   Winner: Victoire Musimbi—Always Striving to Improve Nominated by: Mariah Paez Victoire has demonstrated she is HIGHLY VALUABLE, DESIRABLE and RARE with her strong desire to improve through learning and mentoring from experiences of failure […]

Thrive Development and FOCUS Engineering & Surveying: A Shared Commitment to Client Success Thrive Development was established in 2015 by founders Steve Broadbent and Chas Johnson, who bring over a decade of successful experience in developing multifamily and commercial projects. Their vision for Thrive focuses on creating wins for every client. FOCUS Engineering and Surveying […]

Overcoming Challenges in Landscape Design: Theming, Branding, Rendering, and Sustainability Landscape design is essential to creating spaces that are functional, visually appealing, and environmentally responsible. At FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, the landscape team works closely with clients to navigate challenges related to theming, branding, rendering, and sustainability. Bryan Wilson, a designer who leads the landscape […]

Cole Finan Promoted to QAQC Department Manager at FOCUS Engineering FOCUS Engineering is excited to announce the promotion of Cole Finan to the position of QAQC (Quality Assurance and Quality Control) Department Manager. Since joining FOCUS in 2016, Cole has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. He plays a vital role in […]

Staff Spotlight: Michelle Hill Background and Career Journey Meet Michelle Hill, an intern for the FOCUS Land Planning Department. Michelle recently graduated from Utah State University. When she’s not designing landscapes, she enjoys ballet, singing, ballroom dancing, drawing, spending time with family, and going on road trips. Charting Career Success Through College Pathways Michelle’s talent […]