How We Build

Five Phases. One Point of Contact.

Every MCM project follows the same defined process — from your first call to the day we hand you the keys. Here is what happens at each phase and what you can expect along the way.

The Five Phases at a Glance

Phase 01 · 4 steps

Discovery

Ryan qualifies your project, answers your questions, and confirms MCM is the right fit before either party commits time or money. Includes the free Feasibility Review — a budget-range check and a red-flag screen of your site.

Phase 02 · 4 steps

Preconstruction

Ryan visits your site, develops a real line-by-line budget from actual subcontractor quotes, and presents it for your approval before any construction contract is signed.

Phase 03 · 2 steps

Contract & Kickoff

You execute the construction agreement, get access to your JobTread project dashboard, and Ryan locks the schedule, places long-lead orders, and submits permits.

Phase 04 · 1 step

Construction

Ryan manages every trade personally through nine defined build phases, with real-time budget visibility in JobTread and every change documented in writing before work proceeds.

Phase 05 · 1 step

Closeout

Ryan issues the punch list, walks the project with you, collects all lien waivers, delivers warranty documentation, and hands you the keys.

Phase 01 of 05 · 4 steps

Discovery

01

Initial Inquiry

You reach out — by phone, form, or referral. Ryan reviews your project type, location, and goals to confirm the project is a realistic fit for MCM before either party invests more time.

02

Preconstruction Questionnaire

MCM sends a detailed questionnaire covering your lot, home style, square footage, room count, finishes, and material preferences. Ryan reviews your answers before your first meeting.

03

Initial Consultation

A focused meeting — at your site, by phone, or in person. Ryan walks through the full MCM process, discusses your vision and budget honestly, and explains the Preconstruction Investment.

04

Feasibility Review — Free

Ryan visits the site in person — soil conditions, topography, utility access, setbacks, and drainage — and gives you a budget-range sanity check against current Western Kentucky rates. You leave knowing whether the project is viable and roughly what it costs. Free, no commitment.

Phase 02 of 05 · 4 steps

Preconstruction

05

Preconstruction Agreement

Once the project is confirmed viable, you execute the MCM Preconstruction Investment Agreement. This is when formal budget work begins.

06

Design & Planning

You work with your architect or designer to develop plans. MCM provides constructability input throughout — flagging issues before they become expensive field changes.

07

Budget Development

Ryan solicits real bids from every major trade. The result is a full line-by-line budget built from actual subcontractor quotes — not estimates or historical averages.

08

Budget Presentation & Approval

Ryan walks through every line item with you. Questions are answered. Scope adjustments are made if needed. When you approve the budget, you know what you are building and what it will cost.

Phase 03 of 05 · 2 steps

Contract & Kickoff

09

Contract Signing

You execute the MCM Construction Agreement. Ryan opens your project in JobTread and sends you an invite — from this point forward, you have real-time access to your schedule, budget, and all project documents.

10

Preconstruction Kickoff

The final planning meeting before construction begins. Schedule confirmed. Selections calendar loaded. Long-lead orders placed. Permit application submitted.

Phase 04 of 05 · 1 step

Construction

11

Active Construction

Construction proceeds through defined phases. Ryan is your primary point of contact throughout — regular site presence, monthly draw requests, and every change documented in writing before work begins.

Phase 05 of 05 · 1 step

Closeout

12

Completion & Closeout

Punch list issued and worked through. Final inspections. Certificate of Occupancy. Final payment released per contract terms. Warranty documentation delivered. Keys handed over.

Preconstruction Investment

The Budget Is Built Before You Commit to Construction

The preconstruction fee funds real budget work — actual subcontractor quotes, not ballpark estimates. If you move forward with MCM, the fee is applied toward your construction contract per the terms of your agreement.

Standard

Under 2,500 sq ft

$1,500
applied to contract

Mid-Range

2,500–3,500 sq ft

Starting at $3,000
applied to contract

Premier

3,500+ sq ft

Starting at $3,500
applied to contract

Multifamily

Investment / Development

Starting at $4,000
applied to contract

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Transparency at Every Stage

What You Have Access to Throughout Your Project

Every client gets the same level of access, documentation, and communication — regardless of project size.

JobTread Dashboard

Real-time access to your schedule, budget, change orders, and all project documents. Costs are visible as they are logged — not summarized after the fact.

Learn more about JobTread →

Written Change Orders

No verbal approvals. Every scope change is documented in writing before work begins. You approve it, it goes into JobTread, and both parties have a clear record.

Direct Communication

When something unexpected is found — and on most projects, something is — Ryan communicates it directly. One number. One person. No filtering through an office.

Ready to Start?

You've Seen the Process. Now Let's Talk About Yours.

The Feasibility Review is free, takes 30 minutes, and gives you a realistic cost range and a straight answer on whether your project is viable — before you spend a dollar on plans or permits.

No commitment. No sales pressure. If it's not the right fit, Ryan will tell you.

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