Wapakoneta and Auglaize County have positioned themselves as a manufacturing destination through strategic investment in industrial infrastructure. The West Central Ohio Industrial Center (WCOIC) represents over a decade of planning and more than $7 million in state and local investment to create one of the nation's largest rail-served, shovel-ready industrial parks. With over 300 acres of development-ready sites at the convergence of Interstate 75 and US-33, WCOIC puts businesses within a day's drive of more than 50% of the U.S. and Canadian populations.
The Ohio Department of Development loaned $1 million for a $2.5 million industrial warehouse and office construction project at the WCOIC Commerce Drive location. Industrial Maintenance Properties is constructing a 14,250-square-foot facility expected to create 15 jobs and retain 12 existing positions. Meanwhile, Pratt Industries has planned a two-phase manufacturing project, demonstrating continued industrial investment in the region.
Whether you're developing manufacturing facilities at the Industrial Center, constructing warehouse and logistics operations, or expanding commercial property to serve the regional workforce, Wapakoneta projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that shovel-ready advantages translate into on-budget, on-schedule project delivery.
Every construction project involves three core parties: the Architect, focused on design and code compliance; the General Contractor, focused on means, methods, and their own profitability; and the Owner, who funds everything but often lacks the technical expertise to protect their investment. This creates what we call the Leadership Vacuum, where no one is truly accountable for the owner's budget and schedule.
DeVore Consulting fills this vacuum. We work exclusively for you, never holding trade contracts or self-performing work. Our role is to translate your business objectives into construction outcomes, providing a single point of accountability from pre-design planning through project closeout.
We bring disciplined methodology to industrial and manufacturing projects in Auglaize County.
Industrial projects demand precise budget control. We verify that pay applications reflect work actually completed, analyze change orders, and model the financial impact of decisions before they're made.
We never hold trade contracts or self-perform work. Our recommendations are based solely on what serves your interest, not what improves our margin.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, the range where professional oversight makes the biggest difference for manufacturers and industrial developers.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Auglaize County's industrial economy:
Facilities leveraging WCOIC rail service and interstate access for production and distribution operations.
Storage and distribution facilities serving regional and national supply chains from central Northwest Ohio.
New construction and renovation projects supporting the growing industrial workforce.
Headquarters and operational facilities for companies establishing regional presence.
We serve communities throughout Northwest Ohio including Lima, Sidney, and Celina.
The greatest value we provide comes from early engagement, before you've committed to a site or finalized designs. Our Fatal Flaw Analysis investigates infrastructure capacity, utility connections, and site conditions while there's still time to negotiate or adjust your approach.
If your Wapakoneta project is already underway and facing challenges, we can still help stabilize the situation through rigorous change order review and contractor accountability. But prevention is always more cost-effective than cure.
Reach out to explore how independent oversight can protect your Wapakoneta investment.
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.
Industrial Maintenance Properties received a $1 million state loan for a $2.5 million industrial warehouse and office construction project at WCOIC, expected to create 15 jobs. Pratt Industries has planned a two-phase manufacturing project in the area. This industrial investment demonstrates Wapakoneta's attractiveness for manufacturing while creating competition for contractor resources. We help project owners navigate this active development environment.
The West Central Ohio Industrial Center (WCOIC) in Wapakoneta represents over $7 million in state and local investment to create one of the nation's largest rail-served, shovel-ready industrial parks. With over 300 acres at the I-75 and US-33 intersection, businesses are within a day's drive of 50% of U.S. and Canadian populations. This certified infrastructure attracts industrial development, absorbing contractor capacity. We help mid-market projects compete effectively in this active market.
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. 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.
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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