Catamount Constructors, a 100% employee-owned general contracting and construction management company, is poised to set the standard for Build to Rent (BTR) construction excellence in the rapidly expanding BTR market, which has experienced a remarkable 55% surge in units between Q1 2023 and Q2 2024, according to a recent CBRE report. With demand for BTR properties on the rise, Catamount is ready to harness this growth, leading the charge in innovation and experience.
In 2023, Catamount took a bold step by launching a dedicated BTR business unit, uniting a team of seasoned industry experts with unparalleled knowledge and experience in project development, project management, estimating, and field supervision. This move is just the beginning of the company’s game-changing strategy to tackle the market’s rapid growth. With this dedicated team, Catamount is not just responding to the demand—it’s reshaping the future of BTR construction with best-in-class solutions and visionary leadership.
Catamount’s President of BTR & Multifamily, Jared Ford, stated “We have completed a significant amount of BTR product over the last few years and that experience has taught us many lessons that contribute to our current success in the sector. The learning curve for executing BTR developments is steep, even for contractors well-versed in traditional multifamily projects, and the investments we have made into our dedicated BTR team coupled with Catamount’s continued commitment to this product type enables us to add tremendous value to the project teams developing and building BTR assets for our clients.”
Building on the launch of its BTR business unit, Catamount will unveil a new prototype offering to its clients in early 2025 designed to increase speed to market, reduce costs, and address the affordable housing crisis. The explosive growth of the BTR sector underscores not only its resilience but also the untapped potential driven by unprecedented renter demand. As Forbes noted, the desire for high-quality rental homes shows no sign of slowing. However, developers are facing mounting challenges in navigating the complexities of building these communities. From integrating unique property features to coordinating with a maze of subcontractors, tackling labor shortages, managing utility delays, and handling the infrastructure demands of large-scale developments.
Catamount brings extensive industry experience and a proven “playbook” of best practices to streamline BTR construction, mitigate risks, and reduce cost overruns. This proactive approach ensures efficient project delivery, enabling the company to excel in a rapidly evolving market.
For BTR developers facing challenges like budgeting, coordination, labor shortages, and supply chain disruptions, Catamount is an invaluable partner. Its expertise in value engineering, project management, cost control, quality assurance, and subcontractor relations ensures projects are consistently delivered on time and within budget.
As a single point of contact, Catamount’s collaborative and efficient approach simplifies construction complexities, minimizes delays, and consistently drives successful outcomes. What sets Catamount apart is its unique ESOP culture. As employee-owners, the team is fully invested in every project, driving accountability, pride, and a commitment to exceed client expectations. This shared ownership builds trust, fosters reliability, and delivers exceptional results.
Developers can seize the opportunity to meet the demand as BTR communities rise to answer the call for flexible, high-quality housing. With Catamount leading construction innovation, the future of BTR is transforming. Partner with Catamount to accelerate your projects, redefine affordable rental housing, and shape the next wave of success.
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