May 17, 2023

Design Matters: Structural Engineering Certification for Solar Panels

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At FOCUS, we work with solar companies to provide the required engineering in the building permit process for solar panel installations on homes and buildings. Typically delivered as a letter report, our structural engineers provide certification, and—if needed—recommendations, to ensure the structure of the roof/building will support the solar panels being installed. “The demand for […]

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Apr 19, 2023

Traffic Signal Design in Utah

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We usually take them for granted on the road: the traffic lights and signals that safely move us on our way. But what’s involved in traffic signal design? A visit with Jason Watson, Transportation Department Manager at FOCUS proved to be insightful. Signals are an important aspect of our transportation system and help to improve […]

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Apr 12, 2023

Our Company Culture: What it means to be PLATINUM

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Our 2023–2024 Theme: PLATINUM Over our 16-year history, FOCUS has distinguished itself as a firm driven by continual improvement. A passion to consistently deliver better service for our clients and offer a better place to work pushes each of us every day. Every two years, we select a theme for the firm, providing a collaborative […]

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Apr 3, 2023

FOCUS Platinum Employees: February 2023

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Our Employee of the Month awards are employee-driven. Nominations are made by employees who witness exceptional performance that goes beyond expectations. The nominations are then subjected to employee voting, and the top two nominees are awarded Employee of the Month and Runner-Up. Additionally, we align our nominations with the current company theme, which is PLATINUM. […]

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Mar 20, 2023

FOCUS Platinum Employees: January 2023

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Our Employee of the Month awards are employee-driven. Nominations are made by employees who witness exceptional performance that goes beyond expectations. The nominations are then subjected to employee voting, and the top two nominees are awarded Employee of the Month and Runner-Up.   Additionally, we align our nominations with the current company theme, which is […]

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Mar 20, 2023

Design Matters: Responsiveness in Landscape Architectural Design

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As landscape architects approach a project, their goal is to design a space that is not just natural, functional, and practical, but one that is sustainable and has a meaningful sense of place. To accomplish this goal, landscape architects must consider of a variety of factors under the umbrella of “responsive design.” Responsiveness in landscape […]

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Feb 27, 2023

Design Matters: Land Survey News | The U.S. Survey Foot is Officially Retired

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On January 1, 2023, an important change occurred in the standard for land surveying across America. The U.S. governing agencies for land surveying, The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Geodetic Survey (NGS) officially retired the use of the U.S. survey foot and universally adopted the […]

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Jan 30, 2023

Employee of the Month December 2022

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Winner: Collette Davis Nominated by Jamie Esjay Collette is the definition of providing great CUSTOMER SERVICE. We have all experienced her positive attitude and willingness to help in anyway. She makes every client she interacts with feel like they are number one priory. Giving 100% in any interaction and taking EXTREME OWNERSHIP in getting the tasks at […]

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Dec 6, 2022

Employee of the Month October 2022

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Winner: Dennis Jordan Nominated by Ben Duzett Dennis has been a huge addition to our TEAM. He is dedicated to the success of the team and our clients. He has shown 100% PASSION FOR CLIENT SUCCESS including those on our TEAM by stepping up and volunteering to take on difficult tasks. Please vote for Dennis for employee of the […]

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