From 1976 to Today: How Quad Construction Built 50 Years of Success in Oklahoma

Reaching 50 years in business is rare. In construction, it’s even rarer. Quad Construction just crossed that milestone, and their journey tells an important story about adaptation, leadership, and community commitment. Founded in 1976 by Ron Yordi, the company started as Yordi Construction doing low-bid government work, a competitive space that forced innovation. Over five decades, they’ve completed over 1,000 commercial projects across Oklahoma while fundamentally transforming their business model from that low-bid approach to full-service construction management and design-build partnerships.

The real turning point came when current owner and president Matt Thomas took the helm. Thomas, who joined the company in 2010 and became sole owner in 2016, emphasizes that Quad’s longevity comes from focusing on people and partnerships. In 2022, they rebranded the company as Quad Construction to reflect their core philosophy: successful projects depend on collaboration between the owner, design team, construction team, and community. This approach has proven especially valuable in Lawton, where Quad is actively working on major projects at FISTA Innovation Park and Memorial Health System facilities.

What stands out most is that despite having offices in Oklahoma City, Thomas makes a point that team members are in Lawton daily because they genuinely care about the community’s success. This commitment to local impact, combined with their focus on developing the next generation of leaders, explains how a construction company stays strong for 50 years in a competitive industry. As you see new buildings and facilities going up around Lawton, especially at FISTA Innovation Park, you’re witnessing Quad’s contribution to your community’s future. What local Oklahoma business do you think has made the biggest impact on Lawton’s development?