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Carson Griffin’s journey into engineering and surveying began with a fascination for the field’s endless possibilities, ignited by an Introduction to Surveying class during his school years. This initial spark led him to major in surveying, setting him on a path of discovery and innovation within the industry. “There were countless possibilities and options to […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS December Promotion! At FOCUS, the hard work of our team is rewarding for all involved, and the success of our employees means success for everyone. We’re proud to elevate our people, and we congratulate the promotion for this month. Collette Davis, Specialist 2 | Administration

The Platinum of the Month award for October 2023 is a testament to the outstanding individuals who embody the core values of FOCUS.   Winner: Pam Ledesma—Understanding Improvement Nominated by: Collette Davis I am nominating Pam Ledesma for being HIGHLY VALUABLE, DESIRABLE, and RARE. Pam had watched a couple of prescreens that the admin team […]

Utah Developers and Contractors Turn to Efficient Structural Design for Multi-story Mixed-use Buildings As the urban landscape evolves to suit metropolitan living, podium-style buildings meet the increasing demand for multi-story mixed-use structures. Driven by soaring land and construction material prices, podium buildings offer a pragmatic and cost-effective alternative. FOCUS structural engineers Akhil Konegari and Craig […]

Congratulations on two FOCUS November Promotions! FOCUS’s dedicated team is the foundation of our excellence. The success of our employees is our success, and we’re proud announce the promotion of these hard-working team members. Kaitlyn Jones | Designer 1 | Site-Civil Commercial Kaige Roberts | Rodman | Construction Staking

A testament to his dedication and passion, Matt Hakes, P.E., transitioned from Engineer in Training to a licensed professional engineer at FOCUS, following several years in another engineering firm. He acquired his professional licensure in 2018 and now proudly holds credentials in Utah, Colorado, Idaho, and Nevada. In his pivotal role in the structural department, […]

FOCUS Engineering & Surveying and Woodside Homes: A Partnership Rooted in Quality and Sustainability At FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, we pride ourselves on forming strategic partnerships that align with our core values and commitment to excellence. One such partnership that stands out is our collaboration with Woodside Homes, a premier home builder known for their […]

Sustainability. Community. These are more than just buzz words for Gardner, a premier commercial property development and management company. Gardner’s services range from initiating planning, design, and construction to managing daily operations of real estate development projects. They work primarily throughout Utah, Idaho, and Nevada. Cole Peterson, a Development Associate at Gardner, leads one of […]

The Platinum of the Month award for September 2023 is a testament to the outstanding individuals who embody the core values of FOCUS.   Winner: Carolina Ortiz—Prioritizing Client Success Nominated by: Park Sorenson I have nominated Carolina for employee of the month for a number of reasons, but I will focus on one trait from […]

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 […]