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When developers begin a new project, a parking lot is oftentimes an essential component. This is where the FOCUS Engineering & Surveying Transportation team steps in, providing expert parking studies to guide the design process. This process must align with city regulations and the needs of the client, future occupants, and all stakeholders involved. We […]

Master Development Plans (MDPs) are detailed guides for transforming land into fully integrated communities, outlining everything from roads and utilities to parks and homes. Megan Spencer, a designer in the Land Planning department at FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, explains how FOCUS approaches the process of creating MDP. The Land Planning team balances client needs, city […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS March Promotions! Our team’s excellence is the foundation of FOCUS, and we’re proud to build it ever greater. We welcome these hardworking people into their new positions, and look forward to supporting them at every step of the way! Luis Carmen | Construction Staking | Survey Technician Jamie Esjay | CAD […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS February Promotions! We support our team’s excellence as their excellence supports us. We’re grateful for our hardworking engineers who make FOCUS everything that it is. Congratulations to these remarkable individuals! Dylan Bowser | Construction Staking | Crew Chief 2 Chad Garner | Land Planning | Jr. Project Manager 2 Carson Griffin […]

Catherine Hall: Inspiring Growth and Building Idaho’s Future Catherine Hall is a talented civil engineering designer who works in the FOCUS Engineering & Surveying Meridian, Idaho office. Originally from California, Catherine studied interior design in college. After graduation, she began her career in architecture, specializing in custom kitchen and bath design. By the time she […]

We congratulate Trenton Smith on achieving his Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Idaho. This achievement is a perfect example of Trenton’s commitment to constant improvement and growth. Even while excelling in his day-to-day role as manager of the FOCUS Meridian, ID office, he pushed himself to achieve more. Trenton’s dedication to bettering himself reflects […]

Understanding Stormwater Storage Systems: Key Solutions for Urban and Rural Infrastructure Stormwater management plays a vital role in both urban and rural infrastructure projects. As cities and towns face challenges like flooding, water scarcity, and environmental sustainability, the importance of efficient stormwater storage systems continues to grow. These systems help developers control water runoff, prevent […]

Design Matters: FOCUS Engineering Leads the Way in Construction Staking with Drone Technology What if you could survey a complex construction site in half the time, with greater accuracy and less risk? At FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, Carson Griffin, Survey Crew Chief, and his team are making that possible. By combining cutting-edge drone technology with […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS December Promotions! FOCUS thrives with the hard work of our people, and we’re proud to promote them for all that they do. Thank you to these outstanding individuals! Tiffanee Reynolds | Specialist 3 | Admin Maggie Borrego | Designer 1 | CAD Services Ben Potter | Designer 1 | QA/QC   […]

Design Matters: Ensuring Quality and Functionality in Townhome Design As the populations in Utah and Idaho grow, the need for affordable, high-quality housing has increased. Townhomes have become an important solution to meet this demand. Townhome design presents unique challenges, including maintaining structural integrity, meeting tight timelines, staying within budget, and ensuring compliance with ever-evolving […]