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Our Mission Statement: Enriching the community through people and sitework.

Core Values

Safety First

Teamwork makes the dream work

Accountability breeds responsibility

Honesty is the best policy

Building Projects Starts With Building Relationships

Smith Constructors was established in 1959 by J. L. “Chicken” Smith in Columbia, TN, as a humble trucking company. Through dedication, honesty, and hard work, Smith Constructors has evolved over the years to specialize in grading, utilities, rock crushing, site development, paving, emergency response, and maintaining a robust trucking fleet that remains a vital part of the business.

The success and day-to-day operations of Smith Constructors are driven by our core values:

Safety First – Safety is our first and foremost core value, where we prioritize the well-being of our employees — our company’s most valuable assets. Ensuring that every employee returns home to their families and loved ones unharmed is our highest concern.

Teamwork makes the dream work – Embracing the idea that we can’t possibly do it alone. The goal is bigger than one person and we must come together, as a team, to achieve the goals set before us.

Accountability breeds responsibility – This embodies the idea of taking full responsibility for everything we do, on an individual level. Recognizing that successes and failures are our own, learning from our mistakes, understanding the consequences of our decisions, and actively leading.

Honesty is the best policy – We strongly believe in honesty and doing what is right. Smith Constructors owes its ongoing success to the foundation of good, honest, and hard work. Upholding our commitments and honoring our words are principles we consistently strive to uphold.

Meet The Team

Tim Smith

President

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Chad Smith

Vice President

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Clint Legg

Vice President of Construction

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Daniel Reed 

Director of Process Improvement

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Ryan Slaughter

Vice President Of Operations

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Sam Pinkley

Chief Financial Officer

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Debbie Hoffman

Administrative Director

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Nicole Fewell

Account Payable Manager

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Cecilia Lopez

HR/Payroll Manager

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Josh Yager

Survey Manager

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Daniel Floyd

Project Manager/Estimator

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Adam Baggett

Project Manager/Estimator

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Michael McKennon

Project Manager/Estimator

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Reid Ward

Senior Estimator

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Matthew Judd

Equipment & Maintenance Foreman

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Ricky Sanford

Estimator / Project Manager Paving Division

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At Smith Constructors, we’re more than just a construction company — we’re a family of dedicated professionals, united by a shared passion for delivering exceptional results. With 65+ years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we take pride in our ability to transform visions into reality. When it comes to sitework, we approach each job with dedication and a focus on exceeding expectations.

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Sam Pinkley

Chief Financial Officer

Sam Pinkley serves as Chief Financial Officer at Smith Constructors. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from California State University, Fresno in 2007. Sam began his career focusing on tax preparation in California before an opportunity in healthcare brought him to Tennessee in 2012. He then spent time in the manufacturing sector prior to transitioning to construction in 2022. Sam is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and a member of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). He enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, traveling, golfing, fishing, and playing all kinds of sports.

Ricky Sanford

Estimator / Project Manager Paving Division

Ricky started his career in paving while attending Nashville Community College several decades ago. Since then, he has been involved in paving major interstates, county and city roads as well as new construction projects in Middle, East, and West Tennessee. As a former member of the American Society of Professional Estimators Ricky volunteers his time to speak with the construction management program at Middle Tennessee State University and the Associated General Contractors of Middle Tennessee.

Matthew Judd

Equipment & Maintenance Foreman

Matthew serves as the equipment and maintenance supervisor. He has been in the field all his life, starting out in a service truck after high school and spending several years in the field before moving into supervisory role. Day-to-day duties include ensuring repairs are completed in a timely and efficient manner, supervising and mentoring employees, all while coordinating downtime and staying cost effective.  Shop repairs, field repairs, and fueling are all part of his job.

Reid Ward

Senior Estimator

Construction Management degree from Murray State University. 46 years’ experience of estimating experience in civil infrastructure and industrial manufacturing projects. Past 20 years spent in Middle Tennessee as Senior Utility Estimator for civil sitework contractor Summit Constructors and now Smith Constructors.

Michael McKennon

Project Manager/Estimator

Michael McKennon is a Project Manager and Estimator for Smith Constructors. Having graduated with an engineering degree from The University of Tennessee, then coming to work for Smith over 20+ years ago, Michael has the experience to go along with the education. He enjoys spending quality time with his family and has a passion for the outdoors, while also being active in his church.

Adam Baggett

Project Manager/Estimator

My name is Adam Baggett, and my journey in the construction and project management field began with a solid educational foundation at Mississippi State University. In December 2022, I graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) marking the completion of a significant chapter in my life. After graduation, I took my first step into the professional world when I joined Eutaw Construction as a Project Administrator. In this role, I had the opportunity to work on various projects, including both the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and private sector ventures. As I continued to grow professionally, I transitioned to my current role at Smith Constructors, a company specializing in project management and estimation. The scope of work here is diverse, and my responsibilities have expanded. From estimating costs to leading teams, I’ve learned how to balance the big picture with the small details, ensuring that every project is executed smoothly from start to finish.

Daniel Floyd

Project Manager/Estimator

I graduated from Mississippi State University with a Civil Engineering Degree in 2011.  I worked with a Civil Engineering Firm in Jackson, MS called Pickering Firm as a Roadway Designer for 3 years.  Although the design world was fun and interesting, my passion was always in construction.  I have been in the Civil Construction Industry for the last 10 years acting as a surveyor, Foreman, Survey Manager, and now as a Project Manager and Estimator.

Josh Yager

Survey Manager

Josh serves as Surveyor Manager at Smith Constructors. Having started his career in construction a decade ago, Josh found his calling when his love for technology and the outdoors merged as a surveyor.  Bridging the gap between design and the real world, with a strong belief in building relationships, communication, and precision, Josh found a home at Smith.

Cecilia Lopez

HR/Payroll Manager

Cecilia is the newest member of the accounting team! She’s worked in customer service, sales, and even spent time working at a school before joining the company. She loves spending time with her pets and watching her son play sports. She’s looking forward to gaining more experience in this field and growing with the company.

Nicole Fewell

Account Payable Manager

Nicole Fewell is a passionate Accounts Payable Manager based in the vibrant community of Columbia, TN. With over 7 years of experience, she has honed her skills in accounting, always striving to push boundaries and achieve. Nicole believes in the power of collaboration and thrives in dynamic environments, such as Smith Constructors, where fresh ideas can flourish. When she isn’t busy tackling challenges at work, you can find her exploring the lakes out on the boat with her family, always seeking inspiration from the world around her. She enjoys traveling and making the most out of life’s greatest gifts, her boys.

Debbie Hoffman

Administrative Director

Deborah holds the position of Administrative Director at Smith Constructors. Deborah possesses a wealth of experience in customer service and accounting, making her a valuable asset to the Smith Constructors team. Her dedication to providing exceptional service to both our customers and employees sets her apart in her role. Deborah’s strong work ethic and attention to detail ensure that she consistently delivers top-notch service in all aspects of her job. Her leadership skills, coupled with her experience, have been instrumental in driving the success of our company.

Ryan Slaughter

Vice President Of Operations

I started my career in civil construction in 2006 as a rodman on a survey crew, performing construction staking. By 2009, I advanced to crew chief, where I was responsible for interpreting plans and CAD files to build projects. My role required establishing site control, calculating layout points, and staking out projects ranging from gas stations to high-rise foundations in downtown Nashville.

I worked extensively with Topcon equipment before transitioning to Trimble GPS and total stations. In 2016, I became Survey Manager, overseeing 2-3 crews and expanding my expertise in 3D modeling for site layout and machine control. I also began performing earthwork takeoffs using Agtek for estimating purposes.

Over time, I deepened my involvement in estimating and project management, taking on multiple projects simultaneously. Now, as Vice President of Operations, I lead teams in project execution, strategic planning, and operational efficiency, ensuring successful project delivery while driving innovation in construction technology and workflow optimization.

Daniel Reed

Director of Process Improvement

Daniel Reed serves as the Director of Process Improvement at Smith Constructors. Earning a Bachelor of Business Marketing and a Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Daniel has a strong background in construction surveying and model-building, eventually transitioning into fine-tuning processes to provide efficiency and cost savings. He enjoys traveling, family time, and attends church on the weekends.

Clint Legg

Vice President of Construction

 

Clint Legg serves as Vice President of Construction at Smith Constructors. Clint has known his passion for the construction industry since starting his career at 21 years old working on a survey crew, to now overseeing all field operations in the company. Clint has a wealth of experience, drive, knowledge, and passion to build any job that comes our way. As one of the senior leaders in the company, Clint also shares in business development, public outreach, estimating, and project management, and is a huge contributor to the success of Smith Constructors.

Patrick Kuykendall, P.E.

Vice President of Operations

Patrick Kuykendall, P.E. serves as Vice President of Operations at Smith Constructors. Earning a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and a Master of Construction Engineering, Patrick has always had his sights on the heavy civil construction industry. Patrick earned his Professional Engineering registration in 2017, and has managed construction projects varying from highways, large diameter utilities, commercial, residential, and industrial site construction.

Chad Smith

Executive Vice President

Chad Smith serves as Executive Vice President of Smith Constructors. Also having started his career driving triaxle dump trucks, Chad equally shared in the vision of Smith Constructors to grow the company and offer quality and honest site work solutions. Being raised in the construction industry and having the shared vision of his father and grandfather, Chad continues to strive for excellence by implementing new construction technologies, hiring the industry’s best people, and humbly leading all employees of Smith Constructors.

Tim Smith

President

Tim Smith serves as President of Smith Constructors. Son of J. L. “Chicken” Smith, Tim has embraced the nickname of “Little Chicken.” Starting out his career driving a triaxle dump truck like his father, Tim had a vision to grow the business and start grading and excavation work, which continues to be the largest part of services provided by Smith Constructors today. After stepping in as President, Tim has taken the company from a small family business to the large, multi-state corporation everyone knows today.