Four Generations.
One Standard.
Family-owned since 1939. Still building with the same precision and accountability that started it all.
Built on a Foundation
of Earned Trust.
Porter Brothers traces its roots to 1939, when William S. "Bill" Porter founded the company. Bill served in the Arizona State Legislature and oversaw construction at Williams Air Force Base during World War II — bringing the discipline of military-grade accountability into commercial construction.
His son Stan joined after the war, and together they expanded the operation statewide. In 1974, Gary and Dennis Porter — Bill's grandsons — formalized the family business as Porter Bros., Inc., the entity that operates today.
Over the next 50 years, Gary and Dennis grew the company from an Arizona operation into a multi-state contractor with completed projects across seven western states. They remain the primary owners and are actively involved in day-to-day operations — a level of engagement rare at this scale.
Today, the fourth generation is taking the reins. Chase and Chance (Gary's sons) and Preston (Dennis' son) are carrying forward the values, the relationships, and the standard of work that has defined Porter Brothers for eight decades.
- 1939
Bill Porter founds the company
William S. Porter establishes the firm in Arizona. Construction at Williams Air Force Base during WWII shapes the company's culture of precision and accountability.
- Post-War
Bill and Stan expand statewide
Father and son build the operation into a recognized Arizona contractor, taking on commercial, religious, and institutional projects across the state.
- 1974
Gary and Dennis establish Porter Bros., Inc.
The third generation formalizes the company. Gary and Dennis take the lead on growth, expanding scope and geography over the next five decades.
- 1980s–2000s
Multi-state expansion
Porter Brothers expands into California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, and Utah — building a reputation as a reliable multi-state contractor with Arizona roots.
- Today
85 years, still family-owned
Gary and Dennis remain active in operations. Chase, Chance, and Preston represent the fourth generation — continuing a family commitment spanning over eight decades.
Building the Future.
The third and fourth generations of the Porter family — still owner-accountable, still on site, still carrying the same standard four generations deep.
Third Generation
Gary Porter
Co-owner and president. Active leadership presence on every major project.
Third Generation
Dennis Porter
Co-owner and vice president. Heads field operations and preconstruction.
Fourth Generation
Chase Porter
Project executive. Leads large commercial and hospitality programs.
Fourth Generation
Chance Porter
Operations manager. Trade coordination, field scheduling, closeout.
Fourth Generation
Preston Porter
Preconstruction manager. Estimating, scheduling, and constructability.
The People Behind the Projects.
Field-driven leaders running operations, preconstruction, finance, and safety across seven states.
Chief Operating Officer
Leadership 01
Chief Financial Officer
Leadership 02
VP, Project Management
Leadership 03
VP, Field Operations
Leadership 04
Director, Preconstruction
Leadership 05
Director, Estimating
Leadership 06
Director, Business Development
Leadership 07
Director, Safety
Leadership 08
Controller
Leadership 09
Senior Project Manager
Leadership 10
Senior Superintendent
Leadership 11
HR & Recruiting Lead
Leadership 12
Principles That Don't Change.
Communication Through Clarity
Straight answers, predictable updates, and no surprises at closeout. Our job is to make yours easier.
Accountable Execution
Every decision is owned. Every commitment gets followed through. Every detail matters in our field.
Budget Stewardship
We treat your capital like our own — balancing first-cost and long-term value on every estimate.
Safety as Standard
Zero-incident job sites aren't an aspiration — they're the benchmark. OSHA-trained teams at every level.
Multi-Sector Expertise
Commercial, hospitality, industrial, and religious — sector-specific rigor, one standard.
Character & Accountability
Integrity isn't a policy. It's who we hire, how we lead, and the only way we'll ever operate.