Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Construction Services in Maryland
Founded in 1979, Porter Construction has built a reputation as a trusted full-service general contractor serving Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington, DC metro area. As a family-owned business spanning three generations, we prioritize honesty, expertise, and client satisfaction in every project, from commercial and government buildings to educational facilities and retail spaces. Our team of seasoned professionals delivers tailored solutions through services like design-build, pre-construction planning, and construction management, ensuring projects meet strict timelines and budgets. With decades of experience in automotive dealerships, grocery stores, places of worship, and unique residential projects, we combine craftsmanship with strategic collaboration to exceed client expectations.Our commitment to community is reflected in long-standing partnerships like our support for the Therapeutic and Recreational Riding Center since 1983. By involving clients early and maintaining transparent communication, we minimize delays and costs while maximizing value. Recognized for our integrity and technical proficiency, we approach every project as if it were our own, ensuring quality outcomes that stand the test of time.
Services
Pre-Construction Services
General Contracting
Construction Management
Design-Build
Commercial Construction
Government Projects
Education Facilities
Retail Spaces
Automobile Dealerships
Places of Worship
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of experience in commercial and government construction projects
- Family-owned business prioritizing personalized service and accountability
- Proven expertise in educational, retail, and automotive facility construction
- Client-first philosophy focused on timely, budget-conscious project delivery
- Active community contributor with a commitment to local partnerships
Services
General Contracting
Our full-service general contracting covers project planning through completion, offering single-point accountability for commercial, government, and residential builds. With expertise in budget management and timeline execution, we coordinate architects, subcontractors, and specialists to deliver quality results tailored to client needs. Decades of experience ensure efficient problem-solving and adherence to industry standards.
Design-Build
We streamline construction through design-build services, managing both design and execution phases collaboratively. By aligning architects, engineers, and trades under one team, we ensure cost efficiency and timely delivery while maintaining design integrity. This approach reduces project complexity for clients seeking cohesive solutions from concept to completion.
Pre-Construction Services
Our pre-construction expertise identifies potential challenges early, creating realistic budgets and schedules using critical path method scheduling. By leveraging industry connections and technical knowledge, we help clients refine project feasibility before breaking ground, minimizing risks and ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives for commercial and institutional builds.
Construction Management
We provide dedicated construction management to control costs, timelines, and quality across complex projects involving specialized trades. Our hands-on oversight ensures seamless coordination between stakeholders while maintaining transparency with clients, particularly for government contracts and large-scale commercial developments requiring meticulous execution.
Commercial Construction
Specializing in commercial spaces from automotive dealerships to retail centers, we create functional environments that enhance business operations and customer experiences. Our focus on visibility-driven designs and durable materials ensures spaces meet both aesthetic goals and practical demands for long-term commercial success.
People
Robert H. Porter, Jr.
Founder
As founder and Master Journeyman Carpenter, Robert H. Porter, Jr. brings 40+ years of commercial construction expertise, combining engineering acumen with third-generation craftsmanship to guide strategic project decisions.
Steven Porter
President
Third-generation leader Steven Porter oversees operations with engineering expertise, optimizing project value through design-build proficiency while upholding the family tradition of exceeding client expectations since 1979.
Curtis DeHaan
CFO
Chief Financial Officer Curtis DeHaan manages all financial operations with decade-plus construction industry experience, holding a finance-focused Business Administration degree to ensure fiscal accountability across projects.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide full-service contracting including pre-construction planning, design-build, construction management, and specialized builds for commercial, government, education, and retail sectors.
Which areas do you serve?
Porter Construction operates throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
How long has your company been in business?
We've delivered construction solutions since 1979, maintaining family ownership across three generations.
What project types do you specialize in?
Our expertise includes automotive dealerships, grocery stores, educational facilities, government buildings, and custom commercial spaces requiring specialized construction knowledge.
Can you handle complex project timelines?
Yes, our critical path method scheduling and experienced team ensure timely delivery while maintaining budget constraints for projects of all sizes.
