Native American Heritage

Oklahoma was transitioning from Indian Territory to statehood just as the company that was to become Flintco was founded by C. W. Flint, Sr. It is with this same spirit of family, hard work, and pride in a job well done that has guided Flintco's maturing today as a leading general contractor. Flintco remains a privately-held Native American-owned company - now in its third generation of Flint family ownership.

As the largest Native American-owned contractor, Flintco is honored to be selected as the contractor of choice based upon our experience in Indian Country. The Redbird Smith Health Center in Sallisaw, Okla. marked the beginning of Flintco's long list of Native American building projects. Today, the tradition continues through many successful partnerships that have been forged with more than 65 Indian Nations - a reflection of Flintco's understanding and honoring of each distinctive culture.

At Flintco, we are honored to be able to contribute to improving the quality of life for Native Americans on tribal lands around the country by building much-needed facilities, including: community centers, schools, health care facilities, hospitality and leisure projects as well as commercial projects. 

Building Better Communities

Sensitivity to cultural nuances and respect for traditional values has placed Flintco in a position to best meet each Native American client's needs. By including the tribe, pueblo, or rancheria as a fully vested team member throughout the construction process, Flintco is able to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships that result in a project that truly reflects the community.

Developing constructive solutions goes far beyond the development of a building. At Flintco, we also actively seek ways in which we can help build better communities by supporting economic growth that focuses on a concerted effort in mentoring Native American and minority subcontractors, as well as hiring and training Native American workers. Since receiving our first Tribal Employment Rights Certification in 1991, Flintco has obtained certifications from many additional tribes who recognize our concerted efforts to provide meaningful employment and training opportunities.

Flintco's commitment to establishing training programs in the construction trades are centered on giving Native American workers the ability to develop skills in management, carpentry and other crafts they can take back to their communities - skills that last a lifetime. Over the years, Flintco has been honored with such awards as the National Minority Business Advocate of the Year award from the U.S. Department of Commerce for outstanding performance in the service industry and excellent service to the minority community. For additional insight into the caliber of Flintco people and projects, check out our nationally ranked safety program.