Tiffin and Seneca County consistently rank among the nation's top micropolitans, achieving #6 nationally by Site Selection Magazine in 2024 and remaining in the top 10% for 13 consecutive years. The community saw transformative projects in 2024 with expansions from American Plastics, National Machinery, and Webster Industries. Price Manufacturing doubled its footprint with a 2,400 square-foot addition in January 2024.
Stout Development announced a 50,000 square-foot expansion of speculative space at Eagle Rock Industrial Park with potential for an additional 175,000 square-foot build-to-suit building, investing over $4 million to enhance Tiffin's competitiveness for manufacturing and warehousing. Aldridge Electric was welcomed to the community, creating 25 high-paying jobs. The economic development organization set 2024 goals of 100 business visits, 250 new jobs, and $80 million in capital investment.
Whether you're expanding a manufacturing facility, developing speculative industrial space, or constructing commercial property to serve the growing economy, Tiffin projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that the demands of a top-performing micropolitan don't compromise your budget and timeline.
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.
We bring disciplined methodology to industrial and commercial projects in Seneca 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.
Manufacturing projects demand precise budget control. We verify that pay applications reflect work actually completed, analyze change orders to separate legitimate costs from contractor overreach, and model the financial impact of decisions.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, the range where most Tiffin commercial development occurs. These projects need professional oversight but may not attract attention from Toledo-focused firms.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Seneca County's manufacturing economy:
Facility expansions, equipment installations, and production line modifications for plastics, machinery, and other manufacturers.
Build-to-suit and speculative space construction attracting new employers to the region.
Distribution facilities capitalizing on regional transportation access.
New construction serving the workforce and regional economy.
We serve communities throughout Northwest Ohio including Findlay, Fremont, and Bucyrus.
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, utility capacity, and site conditions.
If your Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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.
Stout Development announced a 50,000 square-foot speculative space expansion at Eagle Rock Industrial Park, with potential for an additional 175,000 square-foot build-to-suit building. This $4 million investment enhances Tiffin's competitiveness for manufacturing and warehousing. We help clients evaluate speculative space options or navigate build-to-suit development in this growing industrial area.
Tiffin's consistent top ranking reflects sustained capital investment, job creation, and business expansion from companies like American Plastics, National Machinery, and Webster Industries. The Seneca County Collaborative provides streamlined economic development services. For construction, this active market means opportunity but also contractor competition requiring professional project 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.
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.
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. 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.
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