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Genesis Construction and Development delivers builder-led design-build services to homeowners across Newbury's rural neighborhoods, including Old Town, Byfield, Newbury Center, the Parker River area, southern Plum Island, and the Scotland District. Headquartered in Middleton, approximately 30 minutes from Newbury, we manage custom homes, renovations, additions, and multi-family development from design through final walkthrough under a single contract.
Genesis Construction and Development is a builder-led general contractor delivering integrated design-build services to homeowners throughout Newbury, Massachusetts, and the surrounding North Shore.
The company is led by three principals: Joe Fodera oversees field operations with decades of hands-on construction experience. Guy Manganiello manages business development and client relationships across the North Shore and Merrimack Valley. Lou Schena directs finance and operations.
Newbury is a rural residential community in GCD's 41-community service area, with a population of 6,880 and a housing stock shaped by over three centuries of New England settlement. First Period Colonial homes from the 1600s, Federal-era farmsteads, and Cape Cod cottages sit on large lots across open agricultural landscapes. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Old Town Burying Ground, the Lower Green, and Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm define the town's character. Newbury borders Rowley, Ipswich, West Newbury, and Newburyport from our service area, and the Triton Regional School District serves the community.
Genesis Construction and Development is a licensed general contractor (CS-000947), insured, and operates on a fixed-scope budgeting model with single-point accountability from concept through completion.
3 Generations of Craft
70,000+ Field Hours
2-3 Week Permits
100% Fixed-Scope Budget Accuracy
Newbury is a North Shore town with 6,880 residents and a housing stock that spans First Period Colonial homes from the 1600s, Federal-era properties from the 1700s and early 1800s, and postwar Cape Cods and ranch-style homes from the mid-1900s. Genesis Construction and Development delivers five core services through our integrated design-build model, with one team, one contract, and one fixed-scope budget.
A design-build contractor consolidates architecture, engineering, and construction under a single contract. In Newbury, where centuries-old properties, large rural lots, and preserved historic character shape the project landscape, having one team manage your full project scope eliminates coordination gaps between separate designers and builders.
Genesis Construction and Development manages every phase in-house: site evaluation, architectural planning, Newbury Inspectional Services permitting, construction, and final walkthrough. The person who plans your project is the same person who builds it. Your design decisions stay grounded in what Newbury zoning and your property's existing structure actually allow.
If your Newbury home is a First Period Colonial in Old Town or a Federal-era farmstead in Byfield, our builder-led approach identifies structural conditions, load-bearing walls, and envelope limitations during design. You avoid the change orders that come from discovering problems after framing begins.
Newbury offers custom home building opportunities on large residential lots across its rural landscape, with parcels along Parker River Road, in Byfield, and throughout the Scotland District. New construction in Newbury typically complements the town's Colonial and Federal architectural heritage while meeting modern performance standards.
Genesis Construction and Development builds custom homes targeting HERS energy scores of 42-45 while meeting Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code. Your architecture, engineering, and construction all run under one contract. Design and build operate as one workstream, so your project never gets handed off between disconnected firms.
Custom home projects in Newbury typically run 10-24 months from contract to keys. You approve a fixed-scope budget before construction starts, and that budget holds through completion. No change-order drift, no open-ended allowances.
Newbury's zoning and large-lot rural character focus multi-family opportunities on two-family and accessory dwelling unit configurations rather than large-scale multi-unit projects. Duplex builds and ADU conversions suit the town's residential density and lot sizes.
Genesis Construction and Development brings design-build efficiency to multi-family projects: integrated MEP coordination for multi-unit code compliance, site planning suited to Newbury's lot configurations, and a single contract structure. You get one point of accountability from zoning analysis through construction and unit turnover.
Whether you are building a two-family home on an existing parcel or adding a rental unit through ADU construction, our team manages permitting through Newbury Inspectional Services and delivers fixed-scope budgets. Contact the department directly (978-465-5353) for current zoning and processing timelines.
Newbury's housing stock includes some of Essex County's oldest residential properties. First Period Colonial homes from the 1600s in Old Town, Federal-era farmsteads in Byfield, and postwar Cape Cods carry renovation needs tied to centuries of use: hand-hewn timber framing, plaster and lath walls, fieldstone foundations, and kitchens and bathrooms last updated decades ago.
Genesis Construction and Development handles full-scope home renovations in Newbury with design-build integration. One team designs your layout, pulls Newbury permits, and executes construction. Kitchen remodeling in Newbury, MA and bathroom remodeling in Newbury, MA are among our most requested renovation projects. Every renovation includes energy-efficiency upgrades aligned with the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code.
Kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, and whole-home transformations all follow our fixed-scope budgeting model. You know the full investment before demolition begins. Your home stays in one team's hands from tear-out to final walkthrough.
Rear additions, second-story expansions, and garage conversions are common projects in Newbury, where large lots provide flexibility for outward growth that denser communities lack. ADU construction is gaining traction, as Massachusetts legislation allows ADUs up to 900 sqft or 50% of the primary home's footprint without a special permit in many communities. Verify current Newbury-specific ADU rules with Inspectional Services (978-465-5353).
Genesis Construction and Development manages home additions in Newbury from structural engineering through Newbury Inspectional Services permitting and construction. Whether your project is an in-law suite, a second-story expansion, a rear addition, or a garage conversion, it runs through the same integrated design-build process as our ground-up projects.
Each Newbury addition starts with a site evaluation, zoning review, and setback analysis specific to your lot. We assess structural load capacity of the existing foundation, utility tie-in requirements, and roof-line integration before locking a fixed-scope budget. The timeline from permit to completion typically runs 4-6 months.
Genesis Construction and Development is not a brokerage firm that subcontracts your project. We are builders. Joe Fodera leads field operations with over 70,000 hours of hands-on construction experience. Guy Manganiello manages business development and client relationships with deep roots in North Shore real estate.
Three principals, one company, zero translation layers between the people who plan your project and the people who build it.
We begin with a phone or in-person meeting to understand your project goals, budget range, and timeline. No commitment, no pressure. Just a clear conversation about what is possible for your property.
Our team visits your Newbury property to assess site conditions, zoning constraints, structural considerations, and any factors that affect design and scope.
Architecture, engineering, and interior selections happen under one roof. You work with our team, not a disconnected architect, so design decisions stay aligned with construction realities and your budget from the start.
We prepare and submit all permit applications to Newbury Inspectional Services (978-465-5353), handle plan reviews, and coordinate inspections. Verify current processing timelines and submission requirements directly with the department at townofnewbury.org/inspectional-services.
Build phase begins with a fixed-scope contract. One project manager, one team, regular progress updates. No subcontractor shuffle, no surprises.
Final inspection, punch list completion, and a thorough walkthrough before we hand you the keys. Your project is backed by our warranty and our reputation.
“Professional, efficient, and detail-oriented.”
We couldn’t be happier with our custom home. The team at Genesis Construction and Development delivered exceptional quality and kept us informed every step of the way. They made what could’ve been a stressful process feel seamless.
“They built our dream home and nailed every detail.”
From the design phase to final finishes, Genesis Construction and Development exceeded our expectations. Their craftsmanship and professionalism were unmatched. Highly recommend!
“A smooth experience from start to finish.”
This team knows construction. They were responsive, respectful of our space, and delivered a high-end result. We’ll definitely work with them again.
Genesis Construction and Development handles five core project types for Newbury homeowners: design-build construction, custom homes, multi-family development, home renovations, and home additions. Every project runs through our integrated design-build model, where one team manages design, permitting with Newbury Inspectional Services, and construction under a single contract. We serve all Newbury neighborhoods including Old Town, Byfield, Newbury Center, the Parker River area, Plum Island, and the Scotland District.
Most renovation, addition, and new construction projects in Newbury require a building permit from Newbury Inspectional Services (978-465-5353). Genesis Construction and Development prepares and submits all applications, coordinates plan review, and schedules inspections. Verify current processing timelines at townofnewbury.org/inspectional-services. Our team manages the entire permitting process as part of the design-build contract.
Yes. Newbury's housing stock includes First Period Colonial homes from the 1600s, Federal-era farmsteads, and postwar Cape Cods. These properties commonly need structural assessment, foundation repair, electrical upgrades, plumbing replacement, and interior modernization. Genesis Construction and Development handles full-scope renovations with design-build integration, preserving architectural character while updating systems to current codes.
A fixed-scope budget means the price you approve during the design phase is the price you pay at completion. Genesis Construction and Development does not use cost-plus or open-allowance pricing models. Your scope, materials, and budget are locked before construction begins. No change-order drift and no cost surprises during the build. This model applies to every Newbury project.
Most home additions in Newbury take 4 to 6 months from permit approval to completion. Custom home builds run 10 to 24 months. Every timeline is locked in writing alongside the fixed-scope budget before construction begins. Genesis Construction and Development manages permitting, construction, and inspections through a single point of contact.
Genesis Construction and Development serves 42 communities across Essex, Middlesex, and Norfolk Counties. Find your town below to learn how we bring design-build expertise to your area.
From restoring a First Period Colonial in Old Town to a custom build in Byfield or a renovation along the Parker River corridor, Genesis Construction and Development delivers one contract, one team, one fixed-scope budget.
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