Richmond anchors the East Central Indiana economy as Wayne County's commercial and governmental center. Manufacturing remains the region's leading industry, providing nearly 13,000 jobs across the seven-county area. The market is experiencing significant investment: Richmond Beverage Solutions, a Dairy Farmers of America subsidiary, is investing nearly $45 million to expand its facility and create 65 jobs with wages averaging $24.40 per hour. Anchor Ingredients opened a $40 million transload and ingredient processing facility spanning 40 acres in the Midwest Industrial Park.
The biomanufacturing sector is emerging as a growth driver. Liberation Labs has partnered with Ivy Tech Community College to develop workforce training programs, drawing on Indiana's industrial manufacturing heritage while building new capabilities. The East Central Indiana region received $35 million in READI funding for economic development, and a new Housing Accelerator Program supports infrastructure projects needed for continued growth. The region added 712 private sector jobs in early 2024, with particular strength in retail, wholesale trade, and educational services.
Whether you're expanding a manufacturing facility, developing industrial property in the Midwest Industrial Park, or constructing commercial space to serve the growing regional economy, Richmond projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that cross-border complexity and industrial project demands don't compromise your investment.
An Owner's Representative is the only party on a construction project with a fiduciary-style commitment to the owner's interests. In the traditional "triangle" of construction, the Architect focuses on design intent and code compliance, while the General Contractor focuses on means, methods, and their own profitability. This creates what we call the Leadership Vacuum where the owner's budget and schedule go unprotected.
DeVore Consulting fills this void. We work exclusively for you, attending every critical meeting, reviewing every pay application, and scrutinizing every change order. For projects in Richmond, we bring Columbus-based expertise to East Central Indiana while providing the hands-on attention that regional projects deserve.
We bring rigorous methodology to industrial and commercial projects in Wayne County.
We never hold trade contracts or self-perform work. Our recommendations are based solely on what serves your interest, not what improves our margin. When we flag a problematic change order, 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 decisions before they're made.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, the range where most Richmond commercial development occurs. These projects need professional oversight but often don't attract attention from firms focused on larger metropolitan markets.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Wayne County's economy:
Facility expansions and equipment installations for manufacturers that must proceed without disrupting ongoing operations while meeting quality and timeline requirements.
Specialized facilities requiring precise environmental controls, regulatory compliance, and coordination with equipment suppliers.
Distribution facilities capitalizing on Richmond's Interstate 70 access and Norfolk Southern rail connectivity.
Providing budget protection for new construction and renovation projects serving the regional workforce.
We serve communities throughout the region bordering Ohio including Greenville and Eaton in Western Ohio.
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, rail access requirements, and site conditions. For projects in the Midwest Industrial Park, this early insight helps you capitalize on available infrastructure while avoiding surprises.
If your Richmond 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.
Contact DeVore Consulting to discuss your Richmond 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.
Richmond's industrial manufacturing heritage means access to a workforce with production experience and contractors familiar with industrial project requirements. Companies like Liberation Labs chose Richmond specifically for this workforce depth. For construction projects, this heritage translates to trades experienced with manufacturing facility work, though competition for their services from ongoing industrial operations requires professional project management.
The Midwest Industrial Park is a city-owned development offering 500 acres of greenfield lots with Interstate 70 access and Norfolk Southern rail connectivity. Recent investments by Anchor Ingredients and others demonstrate market activity. Development here requires coordination with available infrastructure and may involve utility extensions. We conduct Fatal Flaw Analysis to identify site conditions and infrastructure requirements before you commit.
Liberation Labs' biomanufacturing facility represents an emerging sector in Richmond, with the company partnering with Ivy Tech Community College for workforce development. Biomanufacturing facilities require precise environmental controls, specialized equipment installation, and regulatory compliance. We support projects requiring this level of technical coordination, ensuring construction meets stringent quality and regulatory requirements.
Construction projects in Richmond may involve contractors from both Ohio and Indiana, each with different licensing requirements, insurance needs, and regulatory frameworks. Coordination becomes more complex when managing a project near the state line. We help you navigate cross-border complexity, ensure contractor compliance with Indiana requirements, and maintain consistent oversight regardless of where contractors are based.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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