Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Cost Estimating Services
Construction Focus has been delivering expert construction cost estimating and consulting services since 1995. Founded in Eugene, Oregon, our team of five dedicated cost estimators and off-site consultants serve a diverse clientele including federal and state agencies, universities, school districts, architectural firms, and developers. We specialize in translating design intent into accurate cost projections by combining deep industry knowledge with localized market data. Our approach emphasizes constructability reviews, value engineering, and material efficiency to optimize project outcomes. With over 25 years of continuous operation, we maintain a proprietary database of regional construction costs that enhances the precision of our estimates.Our work spans commercial buildings, infrastructure projects, seismic upgrades, and historic preservation efforts. We distinguish ourselves through transparent methodologies, detailed labor/material cost breakdowns, and collaborative engagement with all project stakeholders. Our federal tax ID (93-1216644) and DUNS number (124882684) reflect our established presence in the industry. Clients consistently praise our ability to identify overlooked cost factors while maintaining strict adherence to project scopes and timelines.
Services
Cost Consulting
Budget Preparation
Constructability Evaluations
Site Progress Reviews
Quantity Surveys
Vector RFP Leads
Seismic Upgrades
Historical Preservation
CMGC Projects
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized construction cost estimating expertise
- Our proprietary regional cost database enhances estimate accuracy
- We provide detailed constructability evaluations with every project review
- Our transparent estimating format breaks down labor, materials, and markups
- We maintain strict client confidentiality while delivering actionable insights
What people say
Accurate cost estimates
Valuable asset
Reliable market data
Constructability insights
Prompt service
Services
Cost Consulting
Our cost consulting services deliver precise construction cost projections from conceptual phases through construction documents. We analyze design intent, local conditions, and material selections to provide accurate budget validation. Our proprietary regional cost database ensures estimates reflect current market realities while maintaining transparency through detailed labor/material breakdowns.
Constructability Evaluations
We assess projects from a constructability perspective, identifying efficiency opportunities in methods, materials, and logistics. Our team provides actionable recommendations for value engineering while maintaining design integrity, helping clients avoid costly changes during construction phases.
Seismic Upgrades
Specializing in seismic improvement cost estimates, we've completed work for Portland Public Schools and historic buildings. Our approach balances structural requirements with architectural preservation needs, providing detailed cost scenarios for shear walls, bracing systems, and code compliance measures.
CMGC Projects
We provide independent cost verification for CMGC projects, collaborating with contractors to validate estimates through detailed analysis of labor rates, material costs, and markup structures. Our transparent format enables collaborative problem-solving between all project stakeholders.
Historical Preservation
Our team specializes in cost estimating for historic building renovations, maintaining architectural integrity while implementing modern upgrades. We've worked on Eugene's Main Post Office conversion to a museum and multiple seismic upgrades requiring careful preservation of historical elements.
Questions
What construction cost services do you offer?
We provide conceptual through construction document phase cost consulting, budget preparation, constructability evaluations, site progress reviews, and quantity surveys for diverse project types.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we serve federal/state agencies, universities, school districts, architectural firms, contractors, and developers across Oregon and SW Washington.
How does your estimating process work?
Our process combines design intent analysis, local market data, and constructability reviews. We provide detailed breakdowns of labor, materials, and markups in transparent formats.
What makes your services unique?
Our proprietary regional cost database, 25+ years of local experience, and collaborative approach with contractors distinguish our estimating services from competitors.
Can you handle complex seismic upgrade projects?
Yes, we've completed seismic evaluations for over 20 Portland Public Schools and multiple historic buildings, balancing structural requirements with preservation needs.
