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Congratulations to our FOCUS August 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! Tre Davis | Intern 2 | Transportation Lisa Bolek | Intern 2 | Marketing Kyla Lively | Intern 2 | Structural Aaron Smith […]

Copper Rim—Collaborations and Improvements in West Jordan, Utah Project Overview Copper Rim is a master-planned community comprising 731 units, including 560 single-family homes, 171 townhomes, and various commercial buildings. FOCUS became involved after Villages 1–3 were either completed or under construction. The planning phase began in mid-2023, focusing on amending and redesigning the Preliminary Development […]

Meet the FAA Certified Drone Pilots at FOCUS Engineering & Surveying At FOCUS Engineering and Land Surveying, our commitment to cutting-edge technology is exemplified with FAA-certified drone pilots on our staff. Having skilled professionals with expertise in unmanned aerial vehicles significantly enhances our capabilities and brings unparalleled benefits to our clients. Benefits of Drone Technology […]

Blueprints for Success: Staying Abreast Technological Advancement Staying on top of cutting-edge technologies is paramount to achieving precision, efficiency, and superior results in the field of land surveying. At FOCUS Engineering and Surveying, drones have revolutionized the way we approach our surveying projects. Drone technology has emerged as an integral asset, providing several advantages that […]

A Versatile Hub in the Holbrook Farms Master Planned Community Perched on the western edge of the Holbrook Farms Master Planned Community in Lehi, Utah, the 21-acre Holbrook Industrial Center stands as a prominent feature, overlooking the expansive development. This hub of activity offers buildings designed with flexibility in mind. It caters to a variety […]

Hogle Zoo’s Wild Utah: FOCUS’s Role in Shaping Tomorrow’s Nature Experience At FOCUS, we’re not just building structures; we’re crafting experiences. Our latest project, the Wild Utah exhibit at Hogle Zoo, is a prime example of this philosophy. Set to open in Spring 2024, this 3-acre development endeavors to create a natural sanctuary for Utah’s […]

JW Properties is a highly focused real estate developer and investment company with a powerful hybrid of services. They provide full-capability land development and site selection services combined with an in-house commercial real estate brokerage arm. The company has an impeccable reputation with best-in-class international retailers. Their services range from ranging from site selection to […]

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 […]

Real estate development is a complicated and often risky process. It can take years to bring a project to life, and there are plenty of obstacles that can pop up along the way. In February 2021, Murray City was faced with many proposed developments. The city enacted a six-month moratorium on mixed-use projects to study […]

After graduating from Weber State University with a Design Engineer Tech degree, Justin Wapshott applied for a CAD designer position at FOCUS. He didn’t anticipate working for the firm for a long time, but after getting to know his coworkers and recognizing a world-class work culture, he’s never thought about looking for another job.  “What […]