Marysville sits at the epicenter of Ohio's automotive manufacturing ecosystem. Honda's US manufacturing operations, established in 1979, have grown into one of North America's most significant automotive production complexes. The company is now investing over $1 billion to transform its Ohio facilities into an EV Hub, with the Marysville Auto Plant becoming capable of producing traditional vehicles, hybrids, and electric vehicles on the same assembly line. Six giga-press machines will produce megacast battery cases, and production of new electric vehicles is set to begin in late 2025.
Union County's growth extends beyond automotive. Amazon's $1 billion investment, workforce development programs, and innovation-focused initiatives like the Future of Mobility event position the region as a hub for advanced manufacturing and technology. Over 70 automotive companies operate along the US-33 corridor between Dublin and East Liberty. This concentration creates both opportunity and pressure: contractors and skilled trades are in constant demand, and projects compete for resources in a seller's market.
Whether you're expanding a manufacturing facility to join the automotive supply chain, developing commercial property along the growth corridor, or constructing multi-family housing for the expanding workforce, Marysville projects require experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures your project doesn't get squeezed by the scale of investment flowing through Union County.
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. In a growth market like Marysville, having an experienced advocate is essential for mid-market projects that might otherwise be treated as lower priority.
Growth markets reward those who move decisively but not recklessly. Our approach balances speed with discipline.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, the range where most Marysville commercial development occurs. These projects need professional oversight but often don't attract attention from firms focused on billion-dollar automotive investments.
In a competitive market, every dollar counts. We verify that contractor bids are complete and comparable, review pay applications to ensure you're paying only for completed work, and analyze change orders to separate legitimate costs from scope creep.
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.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Union County's growth:
Supplier and logistics facilities serving the automotive sector, requiring precise coordination and often aggressive timelines to meet OEM requirements.
New construction and expansion projects serving the growing population and business community along the US-33 corridor.
Professional office construction for businesses relocating to or expanding within Union County's growth corridor.
Apartment and housing projects meeting demand from the expanding workforce, requiring careful site development and infrastructure coordination.
The US-33 automotive corridor extends through Bellefontaine, Delaware, and other Central Ohio communities.
In a growth market, timing is everything. 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. In a market where utility capacity and road access can make or break a project, this early insight is invaluable.
If your Marysville 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 Marysville 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.
Rapid growth along the US-33 corridor has put pressure on utility infrastructure and transportation systems. Development projects may require utility extensions, traffic studies, or infrastructure improvements that add time and cost. We conduct Fatal Flaw Analysis early in planning to identify these requirements before you commit to a site, enabling informed decisions about project feasibility and budget.
In Union County's tight labor market, project preparation and reputation matter significantly. Contractors prioritize well-organized projects with clear scopes, realistic timelines, and professional oversight. We help you present your project as a desirable job, level bids effectively, and build relationships with contractors who value repeat business with well-managed clients. Professional project management makes your project competitive.
Over 70 automotive companies operate along the US-33 corridor between Dublin and East Liberty, and Honda's EV transition creates new supplier opportunities. Companies entering the EV supply chain often need new or expanded facilities to meet OEM timelines. We support facility construction for suppliers facing aggressive schedules, ensuring projects proceed on time despite the competitive contractor market.
Honda's $1 billion-plus investment in transforming its Ohio facilities into an EV Hub creates significant demand for construction trades and contractors throughout Union County. The installation of six giga-press machines and assembly line modifications absorbs capacity. Mid-market commercial projects compete for the same resources. An Owner's Representative helps your project compete effectively and maintain schedule despite the competitive contractor environment.
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.
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. 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 .
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.
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.
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.
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