Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Tempe, AZ
Arrow Indian Contractors has been building infrastructure in the American Southwest for over 35 years. Founded in 1992 by Thom, our company was established with a vision to serve Native American communities through culturally informed construction practices. Under the leadership of President Sheila Curleyhair, we continue to deliver high-quality civil and vertical construction projects while maintaining our core values of safety, environmental stewardship, and community partnership.Our self-performing contracting model leverages an experienced workforce of engineers, architects, and surveyors to ensure project excellence. Certified as an SBA 8(a) and EDWOSB business, we consistently exceed federal and state requirements in safety and environmental protection while delivering projects on time and within budget.
Services
Civil Construction
Vertical Construction
Earthwork
Road Construction
Concrete Paving
Building Renovation
Design-Build Projects
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We self-perform significant portions of projects for cost efficiency
- Our team includes certified engineers, architects, and surveyors
- We maintain safety standards exceeding federal and state requirements
- We consistently deliver projects on time despite unexpected delays
- Our SBA 8(a) certification supports diverse contracting opportunities
Associations and certifications
- SBA 8(a)
- Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB)
Services
Civil Construction
Our civil construction services encompass earthwork, highway development, and utility installation. We specialize in large-scale infrastructure projects including road construction, parking lots, and concrete paving. With in-house equipment and skilled operators, we ensure precise execution of projects ranging from municipal improvements to federal highway systems.
Vertical Construction
From design-build projects to tenant improvements, our vertical construction services cover commercial and industrial buildings. We manage all phases from foundation work to final finishes, offering modular construction solutions and site-specific adaptations for both new developments and renovation projects.
Earthwork
Our earthwork capabilities include mass grading, excavation, and site preparation for commercial developments. Using modern equipment and experienced operators, we handle complex grading challenges and utility trenching while maintaining strict environmental protection standards throughout the Southwest region.
People
Sheila Curleyhair
President
As President since 2022, Sheila Curleyhair leads Arrow Indian Contractors with a commitment to quality and community values. She continues Thom's legacy through strategic growth while maintaining the company's focus on Native American partnerships and federal projects.
Questions
What construction services does Arrow Indian Contractors offer?
We provide civil and vertical construction services including earthwork, road construction, building development, and site improvements across the American Southwest.
How long has Arrow Indian Contractors been in business?
We've served the Southwest since 1992, completing over 35 years of construction projects for federal agencies and Native American communities.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we're SBA 8(a) certified and recognized as an Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB).
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California, and Colorado within the American Southwest region.
