Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Management in Nashville, TN
Founded in 1979, American Constructors has established itself as a leading employee-owned general contracting and construction management firm in the Southeast. Our commitment to ethical business practices, client-driven service, and community engagement has solidified our reputation for exceeding client expectations in quality, cost, schedule, and safety. With expertise in educational, religious, healthcare, retirement, and cultural facilities, we leverage over four decades of experience to deliver complex projects with precision.Our team of LEED Accredited Professionals and Green Associates demonstrates industry leadership in sustainable building practices, having completed 16 LEED-certified projects totaling over 1 million square feet. Through self-performance capabilities in concrete, carpentry, and drywall specialties, we maintain control over critical project elements while fostering innovation through diversity initiatives that attract top talent across the construction industry.
Services
Preconstruction Services
Construction Management
LEED Certification
Self-Performance
Design-Build
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Employee-owned firm with 45+ years of regional construction expertise
- 16 LEED-certified projects demonstrating sustainable building leadership
- Self-performance capabilities in concrete, carpentry, and drywall specialties
- Proven track record with educational and healthcare facility construction
- Recipient of Green Leader Award for Corporate Contribution
Associations and certifications
- LEED Certified
- Certified Green Contractor
What people say
Exceeded expectations
On-time delivery
World-class construction
Expert guidance
Community impact
Services
Preconstruction Services
Our comprehensive preconstruction services include budgeting, value engineering, scheduling, and LEED certification planning. We provide cash flow projections and zoning compliance analysis to ensure projects start with clear financial and regulatory frameworks. Utilizing BIM coordination and subcontractor pre-qualification, we help clients make informed decisions before breaking ground.
Construction Management
We deliver full-spectrum construction management through design-build and owner representation models. Our team coordinates all phases from design through completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards. With in-house LEED experts, we integrate sustainable practices while maintaining transparency through regular client reporting and communication.
LEED Certification
As pioneers in Middle Tennessee's green building movement, we offer specialized LEED certification services. Our four LEED Accredited Professionals and Green Associate implement environmentally responsible practices across 16 completed LEED projects. We guide clients through certification processes while maintaining cost efficiency and construction excellence.
Self-Performance
Our self-performance capabilities cover concrete foundations, structural systems, and interior finishes. By maintaining direct control over critical trades like carpentry and drywall, we ensure quality standards while optimizing project timelines. This approach reduces subcontractor dependencies and enhances cost predictability for complex commercial projects.
Design-Build
We offer streamlined design-build services that combine architectural planning with construction execution. This single-source solution reduces project timelines by eliminating phase gaps while ensuring design intent translates directly to construction. Our team coordinates all aspects from concept through occupancy, providing clients with unified accountability.
People
Derek Martin
President and Chief Executive Officer
Leading American Constructors since 2005, Derek Martin brings 20+ years of construction management experience. A Georgia Tech engineering graduate and licensed Professional Engineer, he oversees corporate strategy and operations while maintaining hands-on project involvement.
Joe Braden
Vice President
With 20+ years in construction, Joe Braden manages major educational and civic projects. A Vanderbilt engineering graduate, he has completed $250M+ in Middle Tennessee developments including university housing and K-12 schools.
Matt McCall
Chief Financial Officer
CFO since 2012, Matt McCall oversees financial operations and risk management. A certified public accountant with advanced degrees from Lipscomb and Mississippi State, he directs accounting, HR, and IT functions for the employee-owned firm.
Zach Baldwin
Senior Project Manager
LEED AP-certified project manager with 17+ years experience. Specializes in educational facilities and historic renovations, including Lipscomb University's Fields Engineering Center and Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet School addition.
Bradley Hall
Senior Superintendent
30-year construction veteran with expertise in structural layout and project oversight. Managed $250M+ in Nashville projects including Schermerhorn Symphony Center and Country Music Hall of Fame.
Questions
What types of construction projects does American Constructors specialize in?
We focus on educational facilities, healthcare centers, religious institutions, cultural venues, and LEED-certified commercial buildings across the Southeast.
Are you an employee-owned company?
Yes, American Constructors is 100% employee-owned, fostering shared commitment to quality and client satisfaction through our ownership culture.
Do you offer LEED-certified construction services?
We pioneered LEED certification in Middle Tennessee with 16 completed projects and 4 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff.
What self-performance capabilities do you have?
We directly handle concrete work, carpentry, drywall, and specialty finishes to maintain quality control and schedule reliability.
How long have you served the Nashville area?
Since our founding in 1979, we've completed hundreds of projects across Middle Tennessee and the Southeast region.
What community organizations do you support?
We actively support 40+ local organizations including Habitat for Humanity, YMCA, and Nashville Rescue Mission through volunteerism and donations.
