Waverly and Pike County are experiencing significant industrial and commercial investment. Rural King announced plans to invest more than $33 million to purchase and renovate a 1 million-square-foot warehouse at Zahn's Corner Industrial Park, creating 200 new jobs while the company already employs over 500 non-retail employees in Waverly operations. Innovative Solutions Unlimited (InSolves), a woman-owned small business headquartered in nearby Piketon, announced plans to invest over $225,000 in equipment expansion.
Waverly has a newly-designated Community Reinvestment Area and was one of five communities chosen by Heritage Ohio for the Downtown Assessment Initiative. The city received a Brightening Ohio Communities Grant as part of Governor DeWine's energy efficiency program. Three new industries chose Waverly for their location in recent years, and eleven new retail establishments opened their doors. Pike County also hosts the U.S. Department of Energy's Portsmouth Site, positioning the region at the forefront of energy innovation and redevelopment opportunities.
Whether you're developing industrial facilities at Zahn's Corner, expanding commercial operations, or constructing retail space to serve the growing economy, Waverly projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that development momentum translates 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 technical expertise to protect their investment. This creates 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 through project closeout.
We bring disciplined methodology to industrial and commercial projects in Pike County.
We specialize in projects from $500K to $50M, the range where most commercial and industrial development occurs. While major employers invest millions, your mid-market project receives the same professional oversight.
We never build; we only manage. This means our advice is never influenced by competing interests. When we flag a problem, it's because it affects your bottom line.
Industrial and commercial projects demand precise budget control. We verify that pay applications reflect work actually completed and analyze change orders to separate legitimate costs from contractor overreach.
Our expertise spans the project types driving Pike County's economic growth:
New construction and renovation of industrial facilities at Zahn's Corner and other locations.
New construction serving the expanding local and regional economy.
Facilities supporting DOE site operations and emerging energy technology sectors.
Renovation and improvement projects in the Community Reinvestment Area.
We serve communities throughout Southern Ohio including Portsmouth, Jackson, and Hillsboro.
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, site conditions, and program requirements while there's still time to negotiate or adjust your approach.
If your Waverly project is already underway and facing challenges, we can still help stabilize the situation through rigorous change order review and contractor accountability.
Let's discuss how independent oversight can benefit your Waverly or Pike County development.
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.
Waverly has a newly-designated Community Reinvestment Area and was one of five communities chosen by Heritage Ohio for the Downtown Assessment Initiative. The city received a Brightening Ohio Communities Grant for energy efficiency. Three new industries chose Waverly recently, and eleven new retail establishments opened. The U.S. Department of Energy's Portsmouth Site positions Pike County for energy innovation opportunities. We help clients leverage available incentives for development projects.
Rural King announced plans to invest more than $33 million to purchase and renovate a 1 million-square-foot warehouse at Zahn's Corner Industrial Park outside Waverly. The expansion creates 200 new jobs while the company already employs over 500 non-retail employees in Waverly. This major industrial investment absorbs contractor capacity in Pike County. We help mid-market projects compete for attention in this active market.
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.
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.
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.
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