David H. French

David H. French

President/Owner

“I learned my trade from my grandfather, who built Oklahoma City’s landmark Biltmore Hotel, and from my father, who taught me many lessons that a college education doesn’t teach about general construction. What I’ve absorbed from observing their work ethic, seeing their pride in a job well done, and following their business style has formed the foundation for D. H. French Construction Company.

Education

Attended University of Central Oklahoma, O.S.U. Technical Institute.

Completed basic general education at U.C.O. and construction technology courses at O.S.U Tech.

A 3rd Generation Commercial Contractor with Years of Experience

David is a third generation commercial contractor with years of construction experience starting as a general laborer, carpenter, construction superintendent, drafting & design, estimating, project management, sales-involving and completing a wide variety of construction projects/techniques in multiple states.

David began his construction career in 1973 at a business started by his father and grandfather and became partner for 20 years until 2003.  He formed D. H. French Construction Co. in 2003.

Types of Projects Completed

  • Warehouse construction
  • Manufacturing facilities
  • Industrial Facilities
  • Food Processing Facilities
  • Branded Food Restaurants
  • Convenience Store/Truck Stops
  • Restaurants
  • Office
  • Medical
  • Veterinary
  • Financial Institutions
  • Civil Improvements
  • Fire Restoration
  • Truck Service Facilities
  • Retail Strip Centers
  • Retail “Chain Stores”-Over 250 completed from one customer
  • Mercantile Facilities
  • Tenant Finish
  • Renovations of all types
  • “Face Lifts of existing structures”
  • Entertainment Centers
  • Schools
  • Vocational Technical Facilities
  • Equine Facilities

“Our success is based on honesty, fairness, quality of product and follow-through that gets projects completed. It’s a simple approach to a complicated business, but it’s worked well for us – and our clients – for more than 30 years.”