The Vertex Companies, LLC (“Vertex”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Fulcrum, LLC (“Fulcrum” or the “Company”), a premier construction management consulting services firm that is well-positioned to serve its clients throughout the life of their project by providing due diligence, pre-construction, construction and operations support, and serving clients across North America. Vertex is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm that provides forensic consulting, engineering design, construction project advisory, dispute resolution, environmental consulting, and digital solutions. “The addition of Fulcrum to our team will not only enhance our project advisory practice, it will also expand our resources in key markets,” said Bill McConnell PE, CEO of Vertex. “This partnership was a fit from the start based on the alignment of our respective cultures. Moreover, Fulcrum’s staff members will have an opportunity for further growth by adding expert support for our surety work and other service areas where we have regional staffing gaps.” Mark Degenaars, the President of Vertex’s Construction Consulting Services said, “The strength of the Fulcrum team and synergies were obvious from the onset. Our combined team of construction project advisory experts will enhance both the employee and client experience. This partnership provides our clients with additional expert resources and stronger geographic coverage, while also providing our employees more exciting career opportunities.” For Fulcrum, Vertex provides the right fit, as it is a multidisciplined professional services firm that has active projects across North America, a platform of offices throughout the continent, and is laser focused on quality, value, and creating continuous growth opportunities for all team members. Fulcrum and its clients will have direct access to Vertex’s resources and suite of specialized services. “The synergy created by the Vertex/Fulcrum dynamic will provide seamless opportunities for current and future clients to enjoy the convenience of one-stop shopping together with the customized benefits of specialized attention on an impressive list of Professional Services,” said Hugh Coyle, CEO and Manager of Fulcrum. “Fulcrum staff are always energized by the ability to better serve our expansive client base, which coupled with increased career and academic opportunities afforded by this new Vertex/Fulcrum relationship, makes this an exciting time to be part of an expanded group.” Fulcrum is VERTEX’s second acquisition since Wind Point Partners became VERTEX's Private Equity Partner in September 2021. EFCG served as the financial advisor to Vertex on this recent acquisition.
About Fulcrum
Established in 2009 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Fulcrum is a full-service construction management and owner’s representation firm. Fulcrum is well-regarded for their exceptional quality and service. Additional information about Fulcrum is available at www.fulcrumcompany.com
About Vertex
Vertex is an AEC firm that offers forensic, construction project advisory, engineering, environmental, and digital services throughout the globe. ENR currently ranks Vertex as a top engineering design firm, construction/program management firm, and environmental firm. Vertex is also ranked as a “Best Firm to Work For” by Zweig, which underscores Vertex’s commitment to its employees. Additional information is available at www.vertexeng.com
About Wind Point Partners
Wind Point Partners is a Chicago-based private equity investment firm with approximately $4 billion in assets under management. Wind Point focuses on partnering with top caliber management teams to acquire well-positioned middle market businesses where it can establish a clear path to value creation. The firm targets investments in the consumer products, industrial products and business services sectors. Additional information about Wind Point is available at www.windpointpartners.com