Logan and Hocking County currently have a 0% industrial vacancy rate, meaning there is no ready, available space for manufacturers, assemblers, distributors, or other industrial users. This creates both opportunity and challenge for businesses seeking to expand or locate in this Southeast Ohio market. The Logan-Hocking Commerce Park, located in an Opportunity Zone, is developing new tenant-ready space to address demand.
Carborundum Grinding Wheel Company announced a $440,000 investment to upgrade its Logan manufacturing facility, including $50,000 from the JobsOhio Small Business Grant program. The family-owned specialty abrasive wheel manufacturer celebrated 40 years of continuous operation in 2024. AVT Beckett Elevators announced relocation of its Memphis manufacturing facility to Logan, creating 20 new jobs. The Hocking County Community Improvement Corporation, formed in 1967, continues supporting manufacturing growth and community development.
Whether you're developing manufacturing facilities in an Opportunity Zone, expanding industrial operations in a tight vacancy market, or constructing commercial property to serve the regional economy, Logan projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that limited inventory and contractor availability don't compromise your project's budget and timeline.
Architects design. Contractors build. But who protects your budget? In the traditional construction triangle, the Architect focuses on design intent and code compliance while the General Contractor focuses on means, methods, and their own profitability. This leaves what we call the Leadership Vacuum where no one truly protects the owner's financial interests.
DeVore Consulting fills this gap. Located just over an hour from Logan, we bring Columbus-level expertise to Hocking County projects while providing the hands-on attention that growing markets deserve. We work exclusively for you, never holding trade contracts or self-performing work.
We bring disciplined methodology to manufacturing and industrial projects in Hocking County.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, exactly the range where Logan's manufacturing and industrial development occurs. Your project receives dedicated attention, not secondary priority.
We never build; we only manage. This means our advice is never influenced by a desire to self-perform work or protect a margin. When we flag a problem, it's because it affects your bottom line.
Industrial projects demand precise budget control. We verify that pay applications reflect work actually completed, analyze change orders to separate legitimate costs from contractor errors, and model the financial impact of every decision.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Hocking County's industrial growth:
New construction and facility expansion for manufacturers competing in a tight vacancy market.
Build-to-suit and tenant-ready construction in the Commerce Park and Opportunity Zone areas.
New construction serving the manufacturing workforce and regional economy.
Converting existing buildings to address industrial space demand.
We serve communities throughout Southeast Ohio including Lancaster, Athens, and Circleville.
The best time to bring us in is before you've committed, while you're still evaluating sites, considering designs, or reviewing contractor proposals. Early engagement allows us to conduct Fatal Flaw Analysis that can identify site constraints and infrastructure requirements before they become costly surprises.
If your Logan project is already underway and experiencing problems, we can help stabilize the situation through rigorous contractor accountability. But prevention is always less expensive than repair.
Reach out to explore how independent oversight can benefit your Logan or Hocking County project.
We provide comprehensive project oversight for business owners and developers who need expert guidance through the construction process. With 20+ years overseeing the design and construction of residential and commercial, we know where problems hide and how to prevent them.
These FAQs are a starting point, but your project has specific goals, risks, and financial stakes. My role is to be your trusted guide.I protect your time and money by simplifying the process, providing experienced oversight, and preventing costly mistakes before they happen.
Carborundum Grinding Wheel Company invested over $440,000 to upgrade its Logan manufacturing facility, supported by a $50,000 JobsOhio Small Business Grant. The family-owned specialty abrasive wheel manufacturer celebrated 40 years in 2024. AVT Beckett Elevators relocated its Memphis manufacturing facility to Logan, creating 20 new jobs. These investments demonstrate Hocking County's manufacturing strength while absorbing contractor resources.
Logan, Ohio currently has no ready, available space for manufacturers, assemblers, distributors, or other industrial users. Growing demand for manufacturing and distribution space throughout Southeast Ohio has absorbed existing inventory. The Logan-Hocking Commerce Park, located in an Opportunity Zone, is developing new tenant-ready space to address this shortage. This tight market requires careful planning. We help clients navigate limited industrial inventory.
Of course. We'll provide you with all the free advice you can handle. But to get started formally, we'll have to make sure our services align with you needs. We'll get to know your project aspirations and put together a proposal. Until we have an agreement no payment is expected.
Yes. While some firms only focus on large institutional projects, we specialize in guiding small business owners and first-time developers. The need for an owner's rep depends more on your project's complexity than its size. A complex $2M restaurant renovation often has more risk than a simple $5M warehouse. We can help you assess if professional oversight makes financial sense for your specific project .
Yes. An owner's rep with a strong financial background is invaluable here. With an MBA in Real Estate Finance, we help you prepare the realistic, bank-ready documents lenders need to see. We create defensible pro formas, validate construction budgets, and manage the loan draw process, which builds essential trust and credibility with your lender.
Depending on scope, fees typically range from 0.5% to 1% of the total construction cost, depending on the project's complexity, timeline, and the specific scope of services you need . Studies have shown this investment typically saves clients 3-5% on total construction costs through rigorous contractor management, change order review, and problem prevention, meaning the service more than pays for itself.
Absolutely. While we add the most value by being involved from pre-construction through closeout , we can tailor our services to your specific needs. We are often brought in just for pre-construction planning, to help with contractor selection, or to get a troubled project that's already underway back on track.
Yes. Our service doesn't end when the contractor hands over the keys. Our "Phase 4: Closeout" process includes comprehensive warranty management and post-occupancy support to ensure your building functions as intended. We ensure all final documentation and manuals are collected, which is the foundation for your long-term facility management.
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