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Design-Build Contractor Serving Hamilton, MA

Genesis Construction and Development brings builder-led design-build expertise to Hamilton homeowners across South Hamilton, Town Center, Asbury Grove, Bay Road corridor, and North Hamilton. Headquartered in Middleton, roughly 20 minutes from Hamilton, we deliver custom homes, renovations, additions, and multi-family work under one roof from design through final walkthrough.

Fully licensed design-build contractor serving Hamilton and 40 communities


Property assessment, architectural design, and permitting under one roof


Fixed-scope budgets with no cost overruns or surprise additions


On-site project management from start to finish


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About Genesis Construction and Development in Hamilton

Genesis Construction and Development is a builder-led general contractor delivering integrated design-build services to homeowners and property owners throughout Hamilton, Massachusetts, and the surrounding North Shore.

The company is led by three principals: Guy Manganiello oversees field operations with more than 70,000 hours of hands-on construction experience. Joe Fodera manages business development and client relationships across the North Shore. Lou Schena directs finance and operations.

Hamilton's housing stock is defined by Colonial and Federal-era homes, 18th- and 19th-century farmsteads, and equestrian estates on large lots along Bay Road and North Hamilton. That mix requires a builder who can handle historic timber framing, fieldstone foundations, and modern energy-code compliance on the same project.

Genesis Construction and Development is licensed (CS-000947), insured, BBB-accredited, and operates on a fixed-scope budgeting model with single-point accountability from concept through completion.

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Building Solutions for Hamilton Homeowners

Hamilton's rural-suburban character and equestrian heritage create a construction landscape different from its denser North Shore neighbors. Projects here often involve estate-scale renovations, custom builds on large lots, and additions on historic structures with limited footprint flexibility. Genesis Construction and Development delivers five core services through our integrated design-build model, with one team, one contract, and one fixed-scope budget.

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Design-Build Contractor in Hamilton, MA

A design-build contractor puts architecture, engineering, and construction under a single contract. In Hamilton, where large-lot zoning, historic properties, and agricultural preservation overlay districts shape what you can build, having one team own the full scope removes the gaps that slow projects down. Zoning review, site evaluation, and permit strategy all happen before the first set of plans is drawn.

Genesis Construction and Development manages every phase in-house: site assessment, architectural planning, Hamilton Building Department permitting, construction, and final walkthrough. You work with one team from the first conversation through the last inspection. Design decisions reflect what your Hamilton lot actually allows, not assumptions made in an office miles away.

Our builder-led model means construction knowledge drives your design from day one. Your foundation conditions, structural load paths, and material options inform the plans before they reach the permit desk.

Single point of accountability from design through certificate of occupancy on Hamilton properties

Integrated permitting with the Hamilton Building Department (978-626-5250) built into the project timeline

Builder-led design factors site conditions and zoning into every decision from the start

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Custom Home Building in Hamilton, MA

Hamilton offers custom home building opportunities on some of the most generous lot sizes on the North Shore. Parcels along Bay Road, in North Hamilton, and near Asbury Grove provide the acreage and privacy that attract homeowners seeking ground-up construction. The town's architectural character blends Colonial, Federal, and estate farmhouse styles.

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 construction are not separate workstreams managed by separate firms handing off your project at the permit stage.

Custom home timelines in Hamilton typically run 10-24 months from contract to keys. You approve a fixed-scope budget before construction starts, and that number holds through completion. No change-order surprises, no open-ended allowances.

Custom home designs calibrated to Hamilton's large-lot zoning and estate-style architectural context

HERS 42-45 energy performance meeting the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code on every new build

Fixed-scope contract locked before groundbreaking; typical 10-24 month timeline

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Multi-Family Development in Hamilton, MA

Hamilton is an Adjacent Small Town under the MBTA Communities Act, which requires the town to zone for multi-family housing by right. The opportunity centers on small-scale projects: duplexes, detached in-law units, and secondary dwellings on Hamilton's estate-sized parcels. Investor interest focuses on properties where a second unit generates rental income without altering the residential character of the neighborhood.

Genesis Construction and Development brings design-build efficiency to dual-unit and small multi-family projects: integrated MEP coordination for unit-separation compliance, density-aware site planning, and a single contract that covers zoning analysis through construction and unit turnover. You deal with one team from your first feasibility question through unit turnover.

Whether you are building a duplex near Town Center or a detached rental unit on a Bay Road parcel, we manage permitting through the Hamilton Building Department and deliver fixed-scope budgets. Our multifamily home builders Hamilton, MA team provides investor cost certainty from the first drawing to the certificate of occupancy.

Small-scale multi-family and dual-unit builds on Hamilton's large-lot parcels

MEP coordination for unit-separation code compliance handled under one contract

Fixed-scope budgets give investors cost certainty from design through unit turnover

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Home Renovations and Remodeling in Hamilton, MA

Hamilton's housing stock spans Colonial and Federal-era farmhouses, 19th-century equestrian estates, and mid-century residential scattered through South Hamilton and Town Center. Many of these homes carry the renovation needs that come with age: outdated electrical panels, original plaster and lath, failing HVAC systems, and kitchens and bathrooms that have not been touched in decades.

Genesis Construction and Development handles full-scope home renovations in Hamilton with design-build integration. One team designs the layout, pulls Hamilton permits, and executes construction. Every renovation includes energy-efficiency upgrades aligned with the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code. Insulation, window replacement, and HVAC modernization are scoped alongside layout changes from the start.

Kitchen remodels, bath renovations, whole-home rehabs, and barn-to-living-space conversions all follow our fixed-scope budgeting model. You know your full investment before demolition begins. One team carries the project from tear-out to final walkthrough.

Full-scope renovations for Hamilton's Colonial, Federal, and equestrian estate housing stock

Energy-code-compliant upgrades integrated into every renovation from the design phase

Fixed-scope budget locked before work starts so you know the total investment upfront

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Home Additions and Expansions in Hamilton, MA

Hamilton's large-lot properties often support outward expansion, but setback requirements, well and septic clearances, and agricultural preservation overlays constrain where you can add square footage. Second-story additions on Cape Cod and Colonial structures, rear ells, and detached ADUs are the most common expansion paths. 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 Hamilton-specific ADU rules with the Building Department (978-626-5250) or email [email protected].

Genesis Construction and Development manages home additions in Hamilton from structural engineering through Hamilton Building Department permitting and construction. In-law suites, second-story pop-tops, garage conversions, and attached additions on historic homes are all within scope. Every addition runs through the same integrated design-build process as our ground-up projects.

Each Hamilton addition starts with a site evaluation, zoning review, and setback analysis specific to your lot. We assess structural load capacity, foundation conditions, and utility tie-in requirements before locking a fixed-scope budget. The timeline from permit to completion typically runs 4-6 months.

Second-story, rear, and detached ADU additions for Hamilton's estate and residential properties

Zoning, setback, and septic clearance review completed before design work begins

Fixed-scope budget locked before work starts so you know the total investment upfront

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The Builder-Led Design-Build Advantage

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. Lou Schena oversees finance and operations, bringing the systems discipline that scaled the company from $20M to $115M.

Three principals, one company, zero translation layers between the people who plan your project and the people who build it.

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Our Process for Hamilton Projects

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Starting Your Hamilton Project Conversation

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.

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Evaluating Your Hamilton Property

Our team visits your Hamilton property to assess site conditions, zoning constraints, structural considerations, and any factors that affect design and scope.

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Designing Your Vision

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.

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Hamilton Permit Coordination

We prepare and submit all permit applications to the Hamilton Building Department (978-626-5246), handle plan reviews, and coordinate inspections. Contact the building department at [email protected] for submission requirements and current processing timelines.

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Building Your Hamilton Project

Build phase begins with a fixed-scope contract. One project manager, one team, regular progress updates. No subcontractor shuffle, no surprises.

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Your Final Walkthrough

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.

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Hamilton Construction FAQ

Genesis Construction and Development handles five core project types for Hamilton homeowners: design-build construction, custom homes, small-scale multi-family, home renovations, and home additions. Every project runs through our integrated design-build model, where one team manages design, permitting with the Hamilton Building Department, and construction under a single contract. We serve all Hamilton neighborhoods including South Hamilton, Town Center, Asbury Grove, Bay Road corridor, and North Hamilton.

Most renovation, addition, and new construction projects in Hamilton require a building permit from the Hamilton Building Department (978-626-5250). Genesis Construction and Development prepares and submits all applications, coordinates plan review, and schedules inspections. You can also reach the building department at [email protected]. Our team manages the full permit process as part of the design-build contract so you do not need to coordinate separately.

Yes. Hamilton's housing stock includes Colonial and Federal-era farmhouses, 19th-century equestrian estates, and a range of older residential structures. Our field team works with historic timber framing, fieldstone foundations, original plaster, and period detailing. We modernize electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to current code while preserving architectural character. Our builder-led model means the person evaluating your structure is the same person managing the renovation.

A fixed-scope budget means the price you approve during the design phase is the price you pay at completion. We do not use cost-plus or open-allowance pricing. Your scope, materials, and budget are locked before construction begins. No change-order surprises and no cost drift during the build. This model applies to every Hamilton project, from a kitchen renovation to a ground-up custom home.

In many Massachusetts communities, accessory dwelling units up to 900 sqft or 50% of the primary home's footprint can be built without a special permit. Hamilton-specific ADU rules should be verified with the Building Department (978-626-5250) or via email at [email protected], as well and septic clearances may apply on lots without municipal sewer. Genesis Construction and Development handles the full process from zoning review through construction under a single fixed-scope contract.

Yes. Hamilton is an Adjacent Small Town under the MBTA Communities Act, which requires the town to zone for multi-family housing by right. Genesis Construction and Development builds small-scale multi-family projects in Hamilton, including duplexes and detached rental units on estate-scale parcels, under the same integrated design-build model we use for all residential work.

Custom home projects in Hamilton typically run 10 to 24 months from signed contract to keys. The timeline depends on scope, lot conditions, and permitting complexity. Every project starts with a site evaluation and zoning review specific to your Hamilton lot. The budget and timeline are locked in writing before construction begins, and a single project manager oversees the entire build from groundbreaking through final walkthrough.

Genesis Construction and Development Service Areas Across the North Shore and Beyond

Genesis Construction and Development serves 41 communities across Essex, Middlesex, and Norfolk Counties. Find your town below to learn how we bring design-build expertise to your area.

North Shore

Danvers  |  Peabody  |  Salem  |  Beverly

Wenham  |  Hamilton  |  Essex

Inner Suburbs / Route 128 Corridor
Route 495 / West Middlesex

Ayer  |  Carlisle  |  Acton  |  Boxborough

MetroWest / Concord Area
Norfolk County / Southwest

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From an estate renovation on Bay Road to a custom build in North Hamilton or an in-law addition in South Hamilton, Genesis Construction and Development delivers integrated design-build under a single contract with a fixed-scope budget.

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