Company Overview
Our founding story and mission
Porterra was established to bridge the gap between strategic identified potential and realised community value. Our mission is to transform strategic land across the North West into thriving, sustainable places through uncompromised dedication and collaborative excellence.
Strategic Integrity
We adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring every project is delivered with transparency and long-term vision.
Collaborative Growth
Building lasting relationships with stakeholders to drive innovation and create shared prosperity across our regions.
Lasting Legacy
We design for more than the present, focusing on developments that breathe new life into heritage and empower future generations.
Strategic Leadership
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Sarah-Jane Jackson
Managing Director
Sarah-Jane leads Porterra’s overall vision and financial strategy, balancing long-term growth with disciplined risk management. She oversees investment decisions, capital partnerships, and governance, ensuring every project is both commercially robust and aligned with Porterra’s values.
Phil Newton
Strategic Planning director
Phil leads Porterra’s strategic planning, translating complex policy and local insight into clear, deliverable plans. He works closely with planners, partners, and communities to shape schemes that are viable, well-designed, and aligned with long-term regeneration goals.
Mike Clark
Planning & partnerships director
Mike leads Porterra’s planning and partnerships, working closely with investors and local planning officers to unlock viable sites and secure timely approvals. He builds trusted relationships across the public and private sectors, aligning each project with policy, community needs, and long‑term regeneration goals.
Edward Jackson
Development Director
Edward leverages deep technical construction expertise to lead the delivery of complex mixed-use and housing schemes across the region. He maintains rigorous oversight of every project site, championing a culture of uncompromising safety and high-quality craftsmanship to secure Porterra’s reputation for excellence.