Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction Solutions
Porter Brothers has been a trusted name in commercial construction since 1939, delivering quality projects across hospitality, industrial, religious, and commercial sectors. Our family-owned business combines 80+ years of experience with a commitment to cost-effective solutions, maintaining strong client relationships through transparent collaboration. Our team of seasoned professionals specializes in Design-Build, Construction Management, and Value Engineering methodologies to ensure timely, budget-conscious results. We prioritize mutual trust with owners, architects, and subcontractors, focusing on innovative problem-solving and quality execution. With a proven track record of over 40 religious facility projects and partnerships with major brands like Marriott, we bring unmatched expertise to every endeavor.Our proactive approach minimizes delays and cost overruns while maximizing project value through early-phase constructibility analysis and material recommendations. As industry leaders in Arizona and beyond, we maintain rigorous compliance with evolving regulations and quality standards. Our dedication to stewarding client resources responsibly has earned us enduring trust from repeat clients like Empire Southwest and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This legacy of excellence positions us as a reliable partner for complex construction challenges.
Services
Commercial Construction
Industrial Projects
Religious Facilities
Tenant Improvements
Design-Build Services
Construction Management
Value Engineering
Preconstruction Services
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of proven construction expertise
- Our dedicated team oversees projects from concept to completion
- We utilize Design-Build methodology for cost-effective solutions
- Our Construction Management approach minimizes project delays
- We implement Value Engineering to maximize project ROI
Services
Commercial Construction
We specialize in constructing commercial properties including hotels, office buildings, and retail spaces. Our team manages new construction projects from groundbreaking to completion, ensuring compliance with budget and timeline requirements. With expertise in hospitality projects like Marriott-branded hotels, we deliver functional spaces that meet industry-specific needs while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Industrial Projects
Our industrial construction services cover manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers. We've completed over 235 commercial properties including specialized medical and dental buildings. Our experience with major clients like General Motors demonstrates our capability to handle complex industrial requirements while maintaining strict quality control standards throughout the construction process.
Religious Facilities
With 40+ years of experience building religious spaces, we've completed numerous projects for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other organizations. Our portfolio includes new church construction, temple renovations, and affiliated facility development. We understand the unique requirements of sacred spaces and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with religious clients throughout the building process.
Design-Build Services
Our integrated Design-Build approach combines architectural design and construction under one contract. This methodology allows early value engineering and cost control while streamlining communication between all parties. We coordinate with trusted architects and engineers to deliver cohesive projects that meet functional requirements while optimizing budget efficiency through the entire construction lifecycle.
Construction Management
We provide comprehensive construction management services that control project timelines, costs, and quality standards. Our team acts as the owner's advocate throughout the process, coordinating with subcontractors and design professionals. Through proactive scheduling and resource management, we minimize delays and ensure adherence to budget parameters while maintaining strict quality assurance protocols.
People
Gary Porter
Principal Owner
Gary Porter oversees all construction operations with 40+ years of industry experience. He maintains Porter Brothers' founding commitment to quality while implementing modern construction methodologies. His leadership ensures consistent project delivery across diverse sectors including hospitality and industrial construction.
Dennis Porter
Principal Owner
Dennis Porter co-leads the company with deep expertise in commercial contracting. He focuses on client relationships and project execution, leveraging decades of experience with major projects like the Mesa Temple renovation. His hands-on approach maintains the family business's reputation for reliability and quality craftsmanship.
Questions
What construction services does Porter Brothers offer?
We provide commercial construction, industrial projects, religious facility development, Design-Build services, and Construction Management. Our expertise includes new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements across Arizona and surrounding states.
How long has Porter Brothers been in business?
Since 1939, we've delivered construction solutions with three generations of family leadership. This 80+ year history demonstrates our commitment to quality and client satisfaction through evolving industry standards.
What project management methods do you use?
We employ Design-Build, Construction Management, and Value Engineering approaches. Our team coordinates all phases from preconstruction planning through final execution to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery of high-quality results.
Which industries do you specialize in?
Our primary focus areas include hospitality (hotels, restaurants), industrial (warehouses, manufacturing facilities), and religious construction. We've completed over 235 commercial properties and 40+ religious projects including LDS temples and churches.
Do you work outside Arizona?
While based in Gilbert, Arizona, we operate across the Southwest including Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and California. Recent projects include hotels in Vail, Colorado and church renovations in Ridgecrest, California.
