Pirtano Construction

Pirtano Construction is a construction company in Portage, IN, serving the Chicagoland area, southern Wisconsin, and northeast Indiana. The company specializes in heavy highway construction, communications construction, and communications installation, offering services such as sewer and water main installation, lift station construction, directional boring, fiber projects, and network infrastructure. With over four decades of experience, Pirtano Construction has built a reputation for quality and reliability across residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects. The company operates as a full-service prime contractor for municipalities, developers, and utility providers, maintaining a strong presence in the region.

Pirtano Construction was founded in 1982 by Mike Piraino, Joe Pantano, and Jack Horn, beginning as an underground utility contractor focused on sewer and water systems and coax cable installation. Over the past four decades, the company has expanded into a multi-dimensional firm with three core service divisions: Heavy Highway, Communications Construction, and Communications Installation. The company has consistently delivered complex, high-profile projects across its seven-county service area, including major infrastructure improvements, road and utility developments, and large-scale communication network installations. Pirtano emphasizes repeat business, attributing its success to the quality of experience delivered by its team.

The company’s headquarters is located at 6036 Eagle Ave in Portage, IN. It operates from a facility situated on Eagle Avenue, serving as a central hub for its regional operations. The business has earned recognition for its excellence in construction, including awards such as the 2015 Green Contractor of the Year and multiple regional honors for infrastructure and sustainability initiatives. Pirtano Construction is known for its experienced team, commitment to safety, and ability to manage projects of varying complexity across diverse environments. Its long-standing presence and consistent service in the region underscore its standing as a trusted name in construction.