Who We Are

A family-built company rooted in St. Mary's County, where Maryland began.

Kevin McElhaney, Chief Operating Officer and Project Manager at Shady Lane Construction in St. Mary's County, MD

Kevin McElhaney

Chief Operating Officer & Project Manager

Kevin oversees all daily construction operations, bringing more than 15 years of hands-on experience to every project. From managing crews to ensuring every detail is built with precision, he leads the field with expertise, integrity, and a commitment to doing the job right.

Kassie Blazer McElhaney

Chief Executive Officer, Design & Client Experience

Kassie manages in-house operations and leads our design work. With a natural eye for style and a strong focus on customer experience, she guides clients through material selections, design decisions, and the creative details that make each project uniquely theirs. Her organization, communication, and design vision bring clarity and confidence to every stage of the building process.

In addition to her role at Shady Lane Construction, Kassie is a licensed REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty; McNelis & Associates. Whether you're searching for the perfect home, waterfront property, farm, land to build on, or an investment opportunity, she can help you find the right property and guide you from purchase through design and construction, all under one roof.

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Kassie Blazer McElhaney, Chief Executive Officer and head of design at Shady Lane Construction in St. Mary's County, MD

Together, they combine construction know-how with thoughtful design and personalized service, creating an experience for clients grounded in family values, trust, and craftsmanship.

Watch the builds as they happen

Job sites, framing days, reveals, and the occasional crane lift. The daily life of Shady Lane Construction, one project at a time.

Licensed, Insured & Accredited

MHIC #134865

Maryland Home Improvement License

MHBR #8419

Maryland Home Builder Registration

"Andersen" and the Andersen logo are trademarks of Andersen Corporation. Shady Lane Construction LLC is an independently owned and operated company.

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Let's talk about your home, your land, and your vision. We'll walk you through what it takes to build in St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland.

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