How We Work
The Construction Group is a cost-plus General Contractor. We build by Construction Documents, coordinating with architects, engineers, designers, and members of the project team. Our accounting is managed by Sage 100 and CMS by TimberScan, arguably the two best construction systems in the market.
The Construction Group chooses to limit project pipeline to ensure clients receive first-in-class service & efficiency. From initial bid process to project close-out, The Construction Group looks forward to working with your team.
Every project runs through the same disciplined process: a detailed bid and preconstruction phase, clear Construction Documents that keep architects, engineers, and subcontractors aligned, and consistent financial tracking through every draw. Clients get a single point of contact from groundbreaking to closeout — no guesswork about who’s accountable for what, and no surprises in the budget.
Trenton Laird
Manager of The Construction Group, LLC
With over 30 years’ experience, Trenton Laird is an industry leading General Contractor in North Texas and enjoys challenges from the most sophisticated architects and clients. In 2006, Trenton founded The Construction Group and has made significant contributions creating a business of skilled professionals. From plan unit developments to large commercial buildings, Trenton delivers first-in-class product to the DFW community.
Trenton’s recent work has focused on contemporary custom home design across Fort Worth’s premier communities, alongside continued growth in commercial and light industrial construction.
- Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS)
- Certified Graduate Builder (CGB)
- Certified Green Professional (CGP)
- Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR)
- Graduate Master Builder (GMB)
- Graduate Master Remodeler (GMR)
- LEED AP+
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "cost-plus" mean, and why does The Construction Group build this way?
Cost-plus means clients are billed for the actual cost of labor and materials plus a set fee, rather than a fixed lump sum. It keeps budgets transparent and gives clients full visibility into where every dollar goes.
What certifications does your team hold?
Trenton Laird holds LEED AP+, Certified Graduate Builder (CGB), Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR), Certified Green Professional (CGP), Graduate Master Builder (GMB), Graduate Master Remodeler (GMR), and Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) credentials.
How long has The Construction Group been in business?
Trenton Laird founded The Construction Group in 2006, and the team has since delivered contemporary custom homes and commercial projects throughout Fort Worth and DFW.
Why does The Construction Group limit its project pipeline?
Taking on fewer projects at once lets the team give each client the attention and responsiveness a custom build requires — from the initial bid through project close-out.
Who manages the accounting and project tracking?
All accounting runs through Sage 100, with construction management software TimberScan handling document control and draw tracking — keeping every project financially organized from day one.
