Real estate development

Explore ELITE Construction’s multifamily and mixed-use development services.

Your Turnkey Partner for Smarter Multifamily & Mixed-Use Development

EELITE is a national real estate development firm specializing in mixed-use and multifamily projects. We provide hands-on construction oversight to ensure quality, budget, and timeline goals are met. With a strong track record and projects underway across the country, we partner with developers to unlock value through strategic collaboration.

Client Testimonial

Client Testimonial

“We’re always looking for the top talent for our multifamily and mixed-use projects — and we found that here with ELITE.”

Multifamily Developer, Mike Watson, shares how ELITE Construction’s top-tier talent, transparency, and strong communication have made our partnership an absolute success.

 

Development Projects

Current Development Projects

ELITE Construction was great to work with from day one. What stood out most was their professionalism, quick responses, and, most importantly, their ability to provide solutions. ELITE brought a lot of value and was truly a great partner throughout the process.

Jonathan Cook

Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Waco

Capital Partnership

Capital Partnership

multifamily apartment construction

With over $115 million in capital raised for multifamily developments, we align closely with our partners by contributing to the capital stack and helping meet equity benchmarks through shared financial commitment.

Our flexible partnership structure includes direct equity contributions from ELITE, with opportunities to scale through our network of investors and subcontractors. We offer preferred equity and mezzanine partnerships that combine capital structuring with hands-on development expertise, and we actively co-invest alongside institutional partners such as family offices, REITs, and pension funds seeking experienced, trustworthy development sponsors.

Joint Venture Partnership

Joint Venture Partnership

Our Joint Venture Partnership model is designed for flexibility and alignment. Whether we bring the development expertise and construction management or serve as the capital partner, we structure equity partnerships that leverage each party’s strengths.

From traditional profit-sharing agreements upon stabilization or sale, to land contribution deals where owners convert land into equity, we tailor each JV to fit the opportunity. We also participate in Co-GP structures, where ELITE serves as the general partner alongside institutional or private equity limited partners, offering a proven track record, operational leadership, and deep market insight.

Oxenfree West Oak Amenity Center - Commercial Construction Project in Forth Worth, Texas

Public-Private Partnerships

Public-Private Partnerships

Dorris Miller Pool Grand Opening - Commercial construction project in Waco, Texas

ELITE partners with municipalities to deliver projects that align with public goals, especially in workforce and affordable housing. Through public-private partnerships, we collaborate with cities to structure developments that may involve tax increment financing (TIF), opportunity zone incentives, or other municipal support.

We also navigate and secure local and federal incentive programs, such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), to bring meaningful housing solutions to the communities that need them most,  while ensuring each project remains financially viable and well-executed.

Value-Add Partnership

Value-Add Partnership

ELITE collaborates with property owners to unlock the full potential of underutilized real estate through value-add and adaptive reuse strategies. Whether repositioning outdated multifamily assets or expanding existing properties, we bring development and construction expertise to breathe new life into aging structures.

We also partner on mixed-use developments, working with retail or office owners to thoughtfully integrate multifamily components, creating vibrant, higher-performing assets tailored to today’s market demands.

Oxenfree West Oak Amenity Center - Commercial Construction Project in Forth Worth, Texas

Capital Partnership

Capital Partnership

multifamily apartment construction

With over $115 million in capital raised for multifamily developments, we align closely with our partners by contributing to the capital stack and helping meet equity benchmarks through shared financial commitment.

Our flexible partnership structure includes direct equity contributions from ELITE, with opportunities to scale through our network of investors and subcontractors. We offer preferred equity and mezzanine partnerships that combine capital structuring with hands-on development expertise, and we actively co-invest alongside institutional partners such as family offices, REITs, and pension funds seeking experienced, trustworthy development sponsors.

Joint Venture Partnership

Joint Venture Partnership

Oxenfree West Oak Amenity Center - Commercial Construction Project in Forth Worth, Texas

Our Joint Venture Partnership model is designed for flexibility and alignment. Whether we bring the development expertise and construction management or serve as the capital partner, we structure equity partnerships that leverage each party’s strengths.

From traditional profit-sharing agreements upon stabilization or sale, to land contribution deals where owners convert land into equity, we tailor each JV to fit the opportunity. We also participate in Co-GP structures, where ELITE serves as the general partner alongside institutional or private equity limited partners, offering a proven track record, operational leadership, and deep market insight.

Public-Private Partnerships

Public-Private Partnerships

Dorris Miller Pool Grand Opening - Commercial construction project in Waco, Texas

ELITE partners with municipalities to deliver projects that align with public goals, especially in workforce and affordable housing. Through public-private partnerships, we collaborate with cities to structure developments that may involve tax increment financing (TIF), opportunity zone incentives, or other municipal support.

We also navigate and secure local and federal incentive programs, such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), to bring meaningful housing solutions to the communities that need them most,  while ensuring each project remains financially viable and well-executed.

Value-Add Partnership

Value-Add Partnership

Oxenfree West Oak Amenity Center - Commercial Construction Project in Forth Worth, Texas

ELITE collaborates with property owners to unlock the full potential of underutilized real estate through value-add and adaptive reuse strategies. Whether repositioning outdated multifamily assets or expanding existing properties, we bring development and construction expertise to breathe new life into aging structures.

We also partner on mixed-use developments, working with retail or office owners to thoughtfully integrate multifamily components, creating vibrant, higher-performing assets tailored to today’s market demands.

development team

ELITE Development Team

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Dustin Mayers

President & Principal

As President and Founding Partner of ELITE Construction, Dustin is devoted to the quality of every project and the satisfaction of every client. Dustin excels not only in cultivating relationships and securing new opportunities for the business but also in working closely with each department of the ELITE Team throughout the entire construction process to ensure jobs are done with excellence and client experiences are extraordinary.

Chase Wood

Executive Vice President

As the Executive Vice President at ELITE Construction, Chase brings over 20 years of hands-on experience in real estate development, construction management, and operational leadership. Throughout his career, he has led high-performing teams on complex projects across the nation and internationally, consistently delivering results that exceed expectations. At ELITE, Chase plays a pivotal role in shaping construction strategy, mentoring teams, and ensuring projects are executed with precision, quality, and efficiency.

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