Core States Group, a 25-year-old architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firm in West Chester, Pa., reported Aug. 12 that it’s purchased Barghausen Consulting Engineers Inc. in Kent, Wash. Together, the two firms will have a combined total of 25 offices nationwide and more than 600 employees.
“I’m honored by the trust Tom Barghausen, Chris Jensen, and the Barghausen leadership team have in Core States Group to take what they’ve built and carry on their legacy,” says D. David Dugan, president and CEO at Core States Group. “This is a milestone in building the Core States Group of the future, and I’m so excited to see the growth of our amazing team of professionals.”
Tom Barghausen, who will continue managing projects and supporting clients, adds, “When I started Barghausen in 1982, I just wanted to help my clients be successful by providing good service and quality work at a fair price. We’ve since grown into an entire team of dedicated, talented individuals working together. As we transition into a legacy firm, I am confident that the decision to join forces with Core States Group is the right one for both companies at this time. We complement each other extremely well, and I’m excited about what the future holds.”
