Chanen + DAC
Seven decades of building excellence. A legacy of quality, community, and being part of the solution.
Seven Decades of Building Excellence
Building a Legacy of Quality
THE CHANEN STORY
Chanen Construction was founded in 1955 in Phoenix, Arizona—when the population was a whopping 65,414. Now, 69 years and 1 million more people later, Chanen remains one of the original Arizona builders with a reputation for ambitious projects and investing in the community.
A lot has changed over the years, but our community focus remains. Chanen has supported more than 1,000 non profits and has given more than $3M to causes we care about. In addition, we offer a Chanen Student Scholarship program at Midwestern University—supporting our goal to improve access to higher education and empower minority communities.
Seven decades in and we are now approaching a new era of growth. In 2023, Chanen was acquired by Dick Anderson Construction, a Montana-based company that shares our same core values of working hard, supporting our communities, and "being part of the solution."
THE DAC STORY
Founded in 1975, Dick Anderson Construction has grown to become one of the most respected general contractor/construction management firms in the region. For five decades, we've built strong relationships with clients in Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, and across the Northwest. Now, we're proud to expand south with the acquisition of Chanen Construction.
Like Chanen, DAC is a homegrown business with a humble beginning; we started as a roofing company committed to providing the highest quality work. We delivered on that promise again and again, growing from one office to now having offices in Helena, Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, and Missoula, Montana; Sheridan and Jackson, Wyoming; and Phoenix, Arizona, where our employees live and enjoy the quality of life that each community provides.
We excel in all aspects of contracting and construction management, with a range of project types — from large-scale renewable energy facilities to higher education to heavy civil.
Steady Growth, A Future Focus
DAC is ready to build on Chanen's seven-decade foundation of trust and history in the West and Midwest. With DAC's acquisition of Chanen, we bring expanded capabilities and experience in areas like heavy civil, power/energy, luxury residential, and commercial. As DAC approaches our 50th anniversary and Chanen celebrates 70 years of work, the future is bright—a growing team, growing capabilities, and a bright future ahead. We're beyond proud of the work we do, and we look forward to many more years of building excellence.
Leadership Team
Seven decades of building excellence, guided by leaders who share a commitment to quality, community, and being part of the solution.
Dick Anderson
DAC Founder & Chairman
Founded Dick Anderson Construction in 1975, starting as a roofing company committed to providing the highest quality work. Under his leadership, DAC has grown to become one of the most respected general contractor/construction management firms in the region, with offices across Montana, Wyoming, and Arizona.
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Marty Schuma
DAC & Chanen CEO
As CEO of both Dick Anderson Construction and Chanen Construction, Marty leads the unified vision of both companies. His leadership guides the strategic direction as DAC approaches its 50th anniversary and Chanen celebrates 70 years of building excellence.
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Steve Chanen
Chanen President
As President of Chanen Construction, Steve continues the legacy started by Herman Chanen in 1955. He brings deep understanding of the Arizona market and maintains Chanen's reputation for ambitious projects and community investment, now strengthened by the partnership with DAC.
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Our mission is to be the best builder on the planet, measured by our clients' love for our work. For nearly seven decades, these values have guided everything we do.
Integrity
Since 1955, we've built our reputation on honesty and ethical business practices. Our word is our bond, and our clients' trust is our most valuable asset.
Stewardship
We foster strong relationships and involvement in our communities, striving constantly for a more responsible impact on the environment and the world around us.
Innovation & Forward-Thinking
We embrace new technologies, methods, and ideas to deliver better results. From Arizona's first high-rise to modern sustainable projects, we're always looking ahead.
Valuing Relationships First
We value teamwork and collaboration between a tight-knit group of capable and enthusiastic people. Success comes from building lasting partnerships with clients, employees, and communities.
Continuous Improvement
We're dedicated to getting better every day. Every project presents an opportunity to reach new levels of personal and professional achievement.
Being Part of the Solution
Our philosophy drives every decision we make, every hand we shake, and every job site we approach. We guide clients around the inevitable challenges of construction to exceed expectations.
Seven Decades of Excellence
From Phoenix to the West, our commitment to community and quality speaks for itself.