Long-time Houston-based underground infrastructure contractor, Mark L. Boyer, has been selected as the Most Valuable Professional of the underground infrastructure industry for 2025.
In addition to serving as Principal of Five Companies, LLC, Mark is the CEO of Boyer, Inc. (Boyer), a company that has become a cornerstone of Houston’s infrastructure development. Under his leadership, the company has become known for its commitment to quality and innovation and its ability to deliver some of the most challenging projects to the public sector. Under his leadership, the tagline in their logo “Contractors, Engineers, Inventors” has truly been achieved.
Mark will be formally honored at a special luncheon on March 4, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, in conjunction with the annual Underground Infrastructure Conference (UIC). The award is co-sponsored by the Underground Construction Technology Association (UCTA) and Underground Infrastructure magazine.
A native Houstonian, Mark followed in his father and grandfather’s footsteps and entered the electrical trade as an apprentice electrician in 1978. In 1986, during a challenging period for Houston's oil-dependent economy, he and his mother founded Boyer, Inc. Initially established as an electrical construction company, Boyer quickly evolved into a unique and adaptable civil contractor, offering a diverse range of services to the Houston area.
Mark’s extensive background, strong leadership skills, and deep understanding of construction concepts have enabled Boyer to successfully develop projects across federal, state, county, city, and private sectors throughout the Gulf Coast Region. He works closely with owners, engineers, and city officials while managing project costs from estimating to completion. Mark’s hands-on approach and vast experience allow him to navigate the complexities of large-scale construction projects effectively. As a dynamic and highly motivated leader, he is committed to delivering a personal and exceptional customer service experience for his clients. He also strives to create a rewarding working environment for his team, which has been a significant factor in Boyer’s success.
Under Mark's leadership, the company’s operations have grown significantly and now employ over 200 skilled professionals. Boyer has a full-scale maintenance and fabrication facility on 18 acres in Northwest Houston. This expansion of in-house services enables the company to self-perform over 95 percent of all projects. The facility not only allows for excellent cost control but also enables Boyer to invent, engineer, and manufacture tools, ensuring that projects run smoothly.
Mark has received numerous patents that improve the efficiency of the construction, leading to more economical proposals for the public benefit. He has been actively involved in professional organizations that influence the construction industry throughout his career, holding leadership roles with the Underground Construction Technology Association/Gulf Coast Chapter, Houston Contractors Association and Independent Electrical Contractors. Mark was a founding member of Texas Water Infrastructure Network “TXWIN” a 501(C)(6) trade association based in Austin, Texas, which works directly with the Texas Legislature, funding and regulatory agencies, political subdivisions, and other industry groups to represent and promote the interests of all Texas businesses involved in Texas water construction markets.
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