Xenia occupies a strategic position at the center of Greene County, within the Transportation Triangle providing quick access to Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus. The city offers two industrial parks, abundant land and infrastructure for business development, and close proximity to five universities including one with Land Grant ties to Ohio State University. This combination positions Xenia for aeronautical, high-tech, and health sciences industries, with a workforce ready to support sophisticated employers.
The proximity to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, one of the Air Force's most diverse and mission-focused installations, creates a distinctive economic environment. Regular collaboration with Wright-Patterson and the Dayton Development Coalition supports business growth, educational opportunities, and workforce development throughout Greene County. The Greene County Regional Airport provides additional infrastructure within 15 minutes of Xenia, Beavercreek, and the air base.
Whether you're developing commercial property to serve the defense and aerospace sectors, expanding a manufacturing facility, or constructing healthcare or professional services buildings, Xenia projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that the complexity of working in a defense-adjacent, technology-focused market doesn't compromise your budget and timeline.
Architects design. Contractors build. But who protects your budget and schedule? In most projects, no one fills this role with the owner's interests as their sole focus. Architects are primarily concerned with design intent and code compliance. General Contractors focus on their own means, methods, and profit margins. This leaves what we call the Leadership Vacuum where the owner's financial interests go unprotected.
DeVore Consulting fills this gap. We work exclusively for you, attending critical meetings, reviewing every pay application, scrutinizing change orders, and ensuring that what gets built matches what you're paying for. For projects requiring coordination with defense sector requirements or technical specifications, having an experienced advocate is essential.
We bring disciplined methodology to commercial and industrial projects in Greene County.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, the range where most Xenia commercial development occurs. These projects need professional oversight but may not attract attention from firms focused on major government contracts.
We never hold trade contracts or self-perform construction work. This means our recommendations are based solely on what's best for your project, not what's best for our margin.
Technical facilities demand precise budget control. We verify that contractor bids are complete, review pay applications to ensure you're paying only for completed work, and analyze change orders to separate legitimate costs from scope creep.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Greene County's economy:
Professional office construction and corporate facilities serving the aerospace, defense, and technology sectors concentrated in the region.
Facility expansions and equipment installations that must proceed with precision and often meet heightened quality requirements.
Medical facilities serving Greene County residents with regulatory compliance and operational continuity.
Commercial projects serving the growing population and capturing business from the broader Dayton metropolitan area.
We serve the Dayton region including Troy, Springfield, and Wilmington.
The ideal time to engage DeVore Consulting is during site selection and pre-construction planning, before you've committed to land or locked in designs. We provide Fatal Flaw Analysis that evaluates infrastructure availability, zoning constraints, and site conditions relevant to your project's requirements.
If your Xenia project is already in motion, we can still add value through rigorous contractor oversight and change order management. But the earlier we're involved, the more problems we can prevent.
Let's discuss how independent oversight can benefit your Xenia 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.
Xenia sits within the Transportation Triangle providing quick access to Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus. The Greene County Regional Airport offers additional infrastructure within 15 minutes. Two industrial parks provide development-ready sites with supporting infrastructure. For construction projects, this accessibility means efficient logistics for materials and equipment, though the competitive regional market requires professional project management.
Greene County hosts five universities, including one with Land Grant ties to Ohio State University. This educational infrastructure supports workforce development for aeronautical, high-tech, and health sciences industries. For construction projects, this means access to an educated workforce and potential partnerships with institutions for research or training facilities. We help navigate projects requiring coordination with educational stakeholders.
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, one of the Air Force's most diverse installations, creates a significant economic presence in Greene County. Businesses supporting defense and aerospace sectors locate in the area for proximity to the base. Commercial development serving this workforce and supplier base benefits from Xenia's strategic position. We support projects that may involve heightened quality requirements or coordination with defense-sector clients.
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 .
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. 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.
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.
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.
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