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Staff Spotlight: Michael Ekenstam Meet Michael Ekenstam, PE, a structural engineer at FOCUS. Driven by curiosity and a passion for learning, Michael chose engineering because he loves solving problems and figuring out how things work. After high school, he gained hands-on experience in construction by building custom homes in Midway, UT. This experience sparked his […]

Transforming a Farmhouse into a Spacious Family Home in Sandy, Utah The Tuttle addition project showcases FOCUS Engineering & Surveying’s expertise in residential remodels and additions. Located in Sandy, Utah, this project involved a significant transformation of the Tuttle family’s existing farmhouse-style home, expanding it to a generous 4,732 square feet. Scope of Work: Enhancing […]

Structural Design for Apartments: Navigating Trends and Challenges in Utah and Idaho Both Utah and Idaho face significant housing shortages, with Utah estimated to reach a gap of over 37,000 units statewide this year. Similarly, Idaho’s rapid population growth, combined with high land prices and rising construction costs, has led to a surge in demand […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS April Promotions! Every promotion is a badge of pride for FOCUS as a whole—we’re thrilled to have such an inspiring team. We do our best work when we push each other to excel, so to our most recent promotions: thank you! Sydney Bate | Designer 1 | Land Planning Alex Hernandez […]

Eliot Kang joined our Structural Engineering department as an intern in late 2019. Initially drawn to architecture, his passion for math ultimately guided him towards a career in structural engineering. Since joining the team, Eliot has distinguished himself not only through his technical expertise but also in his exceptional communication skills and commitment to client […]

Celebrating Structural Ingenuity: Kiln Provo’s Architectural Triumph In September 2023, Kiln Provo opened its doors, showcasing an impressive two-story, 38,500 square foot coworking space. This award-winning project, a collaboration between MiNT Architecture and FOCUS as the structural engineer, marks a milestone as the first flex-office space designed and built from the ground up. Excellence in […]

Congratulations! 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! Curtis Ball, Assistant Department Manager | QA/QC Rusten Tauteoli, Jr. Project Manager | Structural

Congratulations! FOCUS is built by our strong and passionate team. We are proud to promote some of our most hardworking people, who inspire us! Andrew Barfield, Project Manager | Structural Jacob Holmes, Project Manager | Site Civil Residential Israel Luna, Crew Chief 2 | Construction Staking

Client: ICO Location: South Jordan, UT Project Duration: October 2021 Services: Structural Engineering Daybreak is a well-known master planned community in South Jordan. It is consistently ranked as one of the top-selling communities in the United States due to its numerous amenities and quality of life. Marina Village is a lakeside townhome community at Daybreak. […]

Gabriela Maldonado came to FOCUS for growth opportunities as a young professional, and was drawn in by the firm’s culture of constant development within teams and in expertise. “I am very motivated to progress in my career and innovate within my industry,” she said. With her people-oriented personality, she has been the perfect fit for […]