Turnkey Site Development: What It Means and Why Developers Want It 

How we handle everything from clearing to curbs—so you don’t have to juggle subs.

If you’re a developer, you already know the pain of juggling multiple subcontractors, chasing down schedules, and hoping everything lines up before the next phase of construction. But what if there was a better way? That’s where turnkey site development comes in—and why more developers are choosing full-service partners like Sanitary Construction.

What Is Turnkey Site Development?

In simple terms, turnkey site development means one contractor handles the entire site package from start to finish. That includes:

• Site clearing and grading
  
• Excavation and earthwork
  
• Underground utilities (water, sewer, storm)
  
• Erosion control and retaining walls
  
• Asphalt paving and concrete flatwork
  
• Final site prep (curbs, sidewalks, and more)
  

At Sanitary Construction, we don’t just coordinate these services—we perform them all in-house with our own experienced crews and fleet of specialized equipment. That level of control translates into smoother workflows, tighter timelines, and fewer surprises for our clients.

Why Developers Prefer Turnkey Partners

Time is money, and coordination is everything. When you work with multiple subs, even minor delays can trigger a domino effect. But with turnkey development, you get:

One Point of Contact

No more phone tag with six different crews. We manage every phase, every inspection, and every milestone—so you don’t have to babysit the process.

Better Communication

Our team stays aligned from day one. Since we’re not handing off work to outside subs, communication gaps are eliminated and field issues get solved faster.

Streamlined Scheduling

You don’t need to rework your Gantt chart every time someone’s truck gets stuck in traffic. We control the schedule and adjust internally to keep the project moving.

Cost Predictability

Turnkey site development often leads to better value engineering and fewer change orders. We see the whole picture from the start, so we build it smart—and price it right.

Accountability

No finger-pointing. No shifting blame. When you hire Sanitary, you know exactly who’s responsible for getting it done—and getting it done right.

Experience That Speaks for Itself

With over a century of heavy civil experience across New Jersey and the Northeast, Sanitary Construction has tackled everything from complex municipal infrastructure to large-scale residential and commercial sitework. We’ve built our reputation by delivering on every detail—from clearing the first tree to pouring the last sidewalk.

We know what developers need: speed, consistency, quality, and transparency. That’s exactly what turnkey site development delivers.

Ready to Simplify Your Next Project?

If you’re tired of playing middleman and want a partner who gets the job done—from clearing to curbs—Sanitary Construction is ready to lead the way.

Let’s talk about your site.