Terracon Acquires Marx Okubo for Expanded Services

OLATHE, Kan., Nov. 02, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Terracon, an employee-owned firm known for its excellence in engineering consulting services, has announced a significant acquisition. The company has acquired Marx Okubo Associates, Ltd., a respected architecture, engineering, and construction consultancy that has served real estate owners, investors, and lenders for over three decades.

The acquisition of Marx Okubo will bring together two organizations that share a commitment to providing comprehensive support to clients across the property lifecycle. By joining Terracon, Marx Okubo will gain greater regional and nationwide support, while continuing to offer its clients its deep expertise in property due diligence, building assessment, and owner’s representation services. Together, the companies will provide strong technical excellence and practical problem-solving for a broad range of asset types, including office, multifamily residential, retail, hospitality, education, healthcare, data center, industrial/warehouse, cultural and entertainment, parking, and mixed-use properties and facilities.

Gayle Packer, the chair, president, and CEO of Terracon, expressed delight at the addition of Marx Okubo’s capabilities to Terracon’s services for clients across the United States.

Founded in 1982, Marx Okubo is a respected national architecture, engineering, and construction consultancy that has provided clients with a wide range of services. The company has a proven track record of working with clients at every point in the project lifecycle to help them make the most informed decisions. The acquisition will allow Marx Okubo to continue to serve its existing clients while also expanding its reach and capabilities.

Terracon, comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide, has consistently ranked as a top 20 design firm by Engineering News-Record. The acquisition of Marx Okubo will further strengthen Terracon’s position as a leader in the industry.

The transition will be seamless for Marx Okubo clients, who will continue to receive the same level of service and support. Marx Okubo’s 200 employees will immediately become part of Terracon, with offices supported by nearby Terracon locations including Denver, the San Francisco Bay area, Seattle, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, New York, and more. Together, the companies will continue to uphold the employee-owned culture and commitment to clients that has been a hallmark of both organizations.