Corporate integration Barghausen is now united under the Core States Group brand, presenting a consolidated platform for civil engineering and architecture services, which signals potential cross-sell opportunities across the combined service portfolio.

Growth through acquisition Core States Group acquired Barghausen in 2024 and has a history of strategic hires and leadership promotions, indicating an active expansion strategy and potential for new markets, capabilities, and client networks to target.

Mid-market potential Barghausen’s size (51-200 employees) and revenue range place it in the mid-market segment, suggesting focus on mid-sized clients that may benefit from integrated AEC services and scalable project delivery.

Technology leverage Adoption of tools such as iCIMS, Deltek, OpenAI, ADP HRMS, monday.com, and Microsoft Teams points to a tech-enabled operations base, offering opportunities to propose enhanced ERP, CRM, staffing, and collaboration solutions.

Market expansion signals Recent leadership hires and role expansions in restaurant and civil engineering markets, along with a publicized growth trajectory, indicate opportunities to target new sectors and regions where Core States Group is building expertise.