A proven 6-step process designed to keep your project on schedule, on budget, and built to last — from first conversation through final walkthrough.
Most construction problems come from poor coordination — too many parties, unclear responsibilities, and gaps between design and execution. Cerpa Construction eliminates that. As your developer and construction manager, we own every phase of the process and serve as your single point of contact from day one through project close.
Every project starts with a direct conversation. We learn your goals, your budget range, your timeline, and what success looks like for you. Whether you're renovating an investment property, developing from raw land, or rebuilding after storm damage — we ask the right questions before anything else.
We assess the property, identify constraints, and give you an honest read on what's realistic. No overselling, no lowball estimates to win your business.
Once scope is agreed, we move into detailed planning. We coordinate with architects, engineers, and designers where needed — and we handle the permitting process so you don't have to navigate city and county requirements on your own.
Getting this phase right is what prevents expensive surprises later. We align construction methods, materials, and systems before a single nail is driven.
We work with a vetted network of licensed, insured trade professionals across Memphis — framing, roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, finish work, and more. We select the right contractors for each scope of work and coordinate them as a unified team.
You don't manage subcontractors. We do. Every trade is held to our quality standards and schedule commitments.
This is where most construction managers go quiet. We don't. We maintain active oversight throughout the build — regular site visits, daily coordination with trades, and immediate response when issues arise.
We track progress against schedule, monitor budget, and communicate with you consistently so there are no surprises. If something isn't right, we catch it before it becomes expensive.
All work is inspected and completed in full compliance with Memphis city codes, Shelby County regulations, and Tennessee state requirements. We coordinate all required inspections and ensure every system — structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing — is properly signed off before we move to completion.
Compliance isn't optional. It protects your investment, your insurance, and your ability to sell or lease the property.
Before we hand over the keys, we do a comprehensive final walkthrough — identifying and completing any outstanding punch list items, verifying all systems are operational, and ensuring the finished product meets the standard we committed to at day one.
You get a completed project, all documentation, permits, and warranties — and a construction manager you can call again for the next one.
The developer/construction management model gives you the strategic oversight of a developer with the hands-on accountability of a builder — without the overhead of a large GC operation.
One person is accountable for the entire project. No finger-pointing between architect, GC, and subs. You call us, we handle it.
We don't hide margins in contractor markups. You see where your budget goes and why. Competitive bidding keeps costs controlled.
When issues arise on site — and they always do — decisions get made immediately. No waiting for approval chains or disconnected parties.
We match each scope of work to the best-fit licensed professional in our network — not just whoever's available or cheapest.
Permits, inspections, code compliance — we manage it all. Your project is built right and documented correctly from start to finish.
We think like developers because we are developers. Every decision considers long-term value, durability, and return on investment.
A traditional GC typically employs crews and self-performs much of the work. Cerpa Construction operates as a developer and construction manager — we plan, coordinate, oversee, and hold accountability for every phase, working with a vetted network of licensed trade professionals. This gives you broader expertise, better cost control, and a single accountable party without the overhead of a large GC operation.
All construction work is performed by licensed, insured contractors and trade professionals. Cerpa Construction manages the selection, coordination, scheduling, and oversight of all trades. All work requiring licensure under Tennessee law is performed by properly licensed contractors.
Timeline varies significantly by project type and scope. A focused renovation may take 6–12 weeks. A full home addition or investment property transformation typically runs 3–6 months. Ground-up new construction or multifamily development can range from 6–18 months depending on size and complexity. We establish realistic timelines during the planning phase and track against them throughout construction.
Yes. We manage the full permitting process — applications, plan review coordination, and all required inspections through the City of Memphis and Shelby County. You don't need to navigate the permit office. We handle it.
We serve Memphis and the greater Shelby County area, including Germantown, Bartlett, Collierville, and Cordova. We also take projects in West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and Eastern Arkansas on a case-by-case basis. Contact us to discuss your specific location.
Yes. We have direct experience managing storm damage and insurance reconstruction projects, including emergency response, structural assessment, insurance documentation coordination, and full rebuild. We work alongside your insurance adjuster to ensure the scope of damage is properly captured and the rebuild is completed to the original or improved standard.
Tell us what you're building. We'll tell you how we can make it happen.