We begin by inviting you into our office to walk through how we operate and what it’s like to work with Big River Builders. From the outset, we are transparent about our approach: we do not bid projects. Instead, we collaborate closely with our clients to thoughtfully build a realistic, well-informed budget.

We work seamlessly with your existing architect and designer, or we are happy to recommend trusted professionals with whom we have built strong, long-standing relationships. If our process feels like the right fit, we’ll ask you to sign a Notice to Proceed so we can begin the preconstruction phase.

Our first step is to complete a full 3D scan of your home, allowing us to create an accurate digital model. This model becomes a powerful reference tool throughout the project and can also be shared with your architect and designer to support efficient, coordinated design development.

Once sufficient information is in place, we prepare an initial, first-pass budget to establish a clear project framework. As design details are refined, we revisit and update the budget to reflect increased clarity and alignment. When all parties are comfortable with the scope and budget, we move forward with a Construction Agreement and begin building.

As a cost-plus builder, we provide complete transparency and real-time visibility into your project through Buildertrend. This platform allows you to follow a living version of your budget as it evolves, review updated selections and invoices, and see exactly where every dollar is allocated. Our team also maintains detailed daily logs within Buildertrend so you can track on-site progress, view photos, and stay connected to your project from anywhere.

Throughout construction, our cost-plus model offers flexibility without sacrificing control or clarity. If you choose to make changes or enhancements along the way, our team is fully equipped to integrate them efficiently and without disruption. Every adjustment is documented, communicated, and reflected in Buildertrend, ensuring you remain informed and confident at each step of the process.