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The Industry's Most Competitive Referral Program

Make an intro. Get paid. It's that easy.
TCG pays our Referral Partners handsome commissions from any commercial construction project referral for the sale of TCG's design-build, general contracting, construction management, IMP installation, and architecture & engineering services. Payments are distributed upon every monthly pay application, creating a recurring revenue stream simply by making an introduction.
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How Does It Work?

TCG's referral program rewards professionals who connect us with owners, developers, and operators planning commercial construction projects anywhere in the United States. Whether the project is a cold storage warehouse, a restaurant buildout, a medical office, or a data center, if TCG wins the project, you earn commissions on every pay application for the life of the project.

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Make the IntroductionConnect TCG with a project owner, developer, or operator who has a commercial construction need. A simple email intro or phone call is all it takes.
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TCG Takes It From ThereOur team handles preconstruction, estimating, proposals, and project delivery. You don't need construction expertise, just a good relationship.
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Get Paid MonthlyWhen TCG wins the project, you earn commissions distributed with every monthly pay application, creating recurring revenue throughout the project lifecycle.
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States Licensed
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States Built In
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Projects Delivered
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Project Value
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Commission Payments

What Is One Introduction Worth?

Drag the sliders. Because TCG pays on every monthly pay application rather than a one-time finder's fee, a single introduction on a larger project compounds into meaningful recurring income.

Referral Earnings Calculator

Illustrative only. Actual commission terms are set in your referral partner agreement.
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This calculator is a planning illustration, not an offer. It assumes commissions are distributed evenly across monthly pay applications on the modeled rate. Actual rates, payment timing, and eligibility are defined in TCG's referral partner agreement and may vary by project type, scope, and role in the introduction. Schedule a call to discuss current program terms.
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Who Can Become a Referral Partner?

TCG's referral program is designed for professionals who have relationships with commercial property owners, developers, and operators. Ideal referral partners include:

Architects & EngineersDesign professionals who work with owners on projects that need a general contractor or design-build partner.
Real Estate Brokers & DevelopersCRE brokers, tenant reps, and developers sourcing tenant improvements, ground-up builds, or adaptive reuse projects. See our CRE broker partner program.
Attorneys & AccountantsLegal and financial professionals advising clients on real estate transactions, business expansions, or capital projects.
Past Clients & Industry ContactsAnyone who's worked with TCG or knows someone planning a commercial construction project, from self storage to biotech labs.
Equipment Vendors & SuppliersVendors who work with owners on equipment procurement and need a GC to build the facility around the equipment.
Consultants & Project ManagersIndependent consultants, owner's reps, and project managers advising on upcoming capital projects.

What Project Types Qualify?

Every commercial construction project qualifies for TCG's referral program, across all of our services and every asset class we serve nationwide:

Services That Qualify Design-Build
General Contracting
Construction Management
Owner's Representative
Preconstruction
Architectural Design
MEP Engineering
Structural Engineering
IMP Installation
PEMB Erection
Equipment Procurement
Commercial Roofing
Commercial Flooring
Asset Classes That Qualify Warehouse & Cold Storage
Hotels, Restaurants & QSR
Healthcare & Medical
Industrial & Manufacturing
Data Centers
Cannabis Facilities
CEA & Vertical Farms
Life Sciences & Labs
Self Storage
Veterinary Clinics
Urgent Care Clinics
Tenant Improvements
Grocery & Retail
Adaptive Reuse

Why Refer Projects to TCG?

When you refer a project to Terrapin Construction Group, you're connecting your contact with a nationally proven commercial general contractor that delivers results. Your referral is in good hands.

Competitive CommissionsIndustry-leading referral fees paid monthly on every pay application for the life of the project, not a one-time finder's fee.
Nationwide CoverageTCG is licensed in all 50 states with a proven build footprint across 38, and offices in Denver, Houston, Albany, and Sheridan. Your referral can be anywhere in the country.
Protect Your ReputationTCG has delivered over 200 projects totaling $250M+ with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery. Your contact gets the best, and that reflects well on you. Learn more about TCG or browse the project portfolio.
Full-Service DeliveryFrom preconstruction through closeout, TCG handles everything: architecture, engineering, construction, and equipment procurement. Your referral only needs one phone call.
AI-Powered EstimatingTCG's AI-powered estimator gives your referral a free preliminary cost estimate in minutes, making it easy for them to take the first step.
No Expertise RequiredYou don't need construction knowledge. Just make the introduction and TCG handles everything from preconstruction to delivery.

Free Tools to Share With Your Referrals

The easiest way to warm up an introduction: send your contact one of TCG's free planning tools. They get instant value, you get credit for the connection.

TCG.ai Instant EstimatorPreliminary construction cost estimate in under two minutes, any project type. Construction Loan QualifierHelps owners gauge financing readiness before they approach a lender. Permitting Timeline GuideState-by-state permitting expectations so schedules start realistic. Free Bid ReviewTCG reviews a GC bid your contact already has and flags gaps and risks. 2026 Cost Benchmark HubCost-per-SF data across every major building type and metro. Project Portfolio200+ delivered projects across every asset class, proof for your referral.

TCG Referral Partnership Application

Interested in earning recurring commissions by connecting TCG with commercial construction projects? Schedule a call with our team to learn more about the program.

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One Partner. Every Phase. Coast to Coast.

At TCG, we simplify the complex. As a nationwide commercial design-build partner, we offer a seamless, start-to-finish solution that unites architecture, engineering, and construction under one roof. When you refer a project to TCG, you're referring it to a team that delivers speed, efficiency, and quality that traditional build models can't match.

Design smart. Build better. Go further with TCG.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Reach out anytime or schedule a meeting with us now.

Referring partners who connect owners or developers with TCG for qualified commercial construction projects earn commissions distributed with every monthly pay application for the life of the project. Contact TCG to learn current program terms.

Architects, engineers, real estate brokers, developers, attorneys, accountants, past clients, equipment vendors, and independent consultants are all excellent referral partners. You don't need construction expertise, just a relationship with someone planning a commercial project.

Any commercial construction project qualifies, including design-build, GC, CM, IMP installation, commercial flooring, PEMB erection, equipment procurement, owner's rep, or architecture & engineering services, in any U.S. market. TCG is licensed in all 50 states with a proven build footprint across 38 states.

Submit referrals via the contact form, email info@terrapincg.com, or schedule a call with our team. All we need is the project owner's name and basic scope to get started.

Referral commissions are competitive and project-specific. Unlike one-time finder's fees, TCG pays commissions monthly on every pay application throughout the project, meaning larger and longer projects generate more total commissions. Try the earnings calculator above, then schedule a call to discuss current program terms.

No, you don't need any construction expertise. TCG handles everything from preconstruction and estimating to design-build delivery and closeout. Your role is simply making the introduction between TCG and the project owner.

Yes. TCG is licensed in all 50 states, with a proven build footprint across 38 states and offices in Denver, Houston, Albany, and Sheridan. Referrals from any market in the country are welcome.

TCG contacts the project owner directly, introduces our capabilities, and, if appropriate, provides a free preliminary estimate through our AI-powered estimator or a detailed preconstruction proposal. You're kept informed throughout the process and earn commissions if TCG wins the project.