Smith & Pickel Construction

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Construction Manager, Design/Build, Negotiated General Contractor

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Smith & Pickel Construction, Inc. has been providing general contracting services from our Oklahoma City Headquarters since 1976. Established under the name Yordi and Logan Construction, the business was renamed Yordi Construction in 1978.

As Yordi Construction, the firm concentrated on competitively bid projects. These projects were mainly composed of schools, state, and federally funded projects. In 1983 the company changed its focus to obtaining work through the negotiated contract method. Smith & Pickel believes that this form of contractual relationship fosters a more productive working environment between the Owner, Architect and General Contractor. All are members of a team working together toward the common goal of building the safest, most economical and highest quality project.

Sam Smith and James Pickel purchased the company from Ron Yordi in 1990 after being in his employ for many years. The name of the company then became Yordi Smith & Pickel and was subsequently named Smith & Pickel Construction, Inc.

Specializing in all phases of commercial construction, Smith & Pickel Construction, Inc. has become one of the premier general contractors in the southwest. Our volume of work consists of individual projects ranging in size from less than $100,000 to more than $50 million, and includes office buildings, tenant spaces, medical facilities, biotechnical facilities, federal buildings, churches, financial institutions, educational facilities, assisted living centers, art museums and facilities for non-profit organizations.

The management of our firm is directed by Sam B. Smith, President, and James A. Pickel, Executive Vice President. With degrees in Construction Management and Economics, respectively, and over 60 years cumulative experience in the construction industry, they provide a solid foundation for long term planning as well as day to day operations.

Quality. Integrity. Commitment. The solid foundation upon which Smith & Pickel Construction builds “One Square Inch At a Time”.