RELOCATION TO ATTRACT + RETAIN TALENT

Terracon

Case Study | Terracon

State of the art facilities in an amenity-rich area

As an engineering consulting firm with a growing materials testing division, Terracon needed more than just a new location — they needed a facility that could attract and retain top-tier talent. Their existing 40-year-old building couldn’t support the unique plumbing, ventilation, and delivery systems required for testing operations. The surrounding neighborhood lacked amenities, compounding their challenges in recruitment and retention. Terracon turned to Merit to help them reimagine what a lab space could be — and where it could take them next.

client

Terracon

Project Type

Materials Testing Laboratory and Office

timeline

10 Months

The CHALLENGE

01.

Highly specialized layout for laboratory and office

Terracon required a particular combination of climate-controlled warehouse and Class A office space.

02.

Office/Industrial flex space in amenity-rich area

Terracon needed an amenity-rich area that could help attract and retain top talent to meet the demands of their growing company.

03.

Buildout costs and unwilling landlords

Required warehouse upgrades to accommodate Terracon’s lab space were substantial. Few landlords were willing to invest in the complex construction Terracon needed.

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The solution

After a full market evaluation, Terracon and Merit developed a tailored solution

After a comprehensive search across existing properties, build-to-suit options, and acquisition opportunities, Merit and Terracon collaborated to develop a custom solution. Merit acquired a 190,000 SF single-story office project and assembled a design team to tailor the facility to Terracon’s operational standards. Working closely with Terracon’s leadership and employees through focus groups and workshops, every element — from layout to systems planning — was shaped to meet technical demands and enhance employee experience. Merit also competitively bid the construction to maintain efficiency and cost control, delivering a modern facility designed to support growth and attract top talent.