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Civil Contractor Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

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$34.5K

$75K

$111.6K

How much do civil contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil contractor in Tennessee is $75,036.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,300.00 and $89,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Civil Contractor vs Civil Engineer?

AspectCivil ContractorCivil Engineer
CredentialsBusiness licenses, contractor certificationsEngineering degrees, professional licenses
Work EnvironmentOn-site project management, subcontractor coordinationDesign, planning, project supervision
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, project ownersEngineering firms, government agencies

While both roles are integral to construction projects, a Civil Contractor primarily manages the execution and coordination of construction work, focusing on project delivery. A Civil Engineer designs, plans, and oversees technical aspects, ensuring structural integrity and compliance. Understanding these differences helps clients and professionals identify the right expertise for their projects.

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Civil Contractor jobs? Cities in Tennessee with the most Civil Contractor job openings:
Infographic showing various Civil Contractor job openings in Tennessee as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $75,036 per year, or $36.1 per hour.
Project Manager - Civil Construction

Project Manager - Civil Construction

TradeLink Solutions Company

Smyrna, TN

$95K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job description: Civil Construction Project Manager

We represent a large/growing Civil Construction company who is hiring for a Project Manager in their civil excavating and sitework division. Someone who wants more than just another PM job—someone who takes pride in building quality residential and commercial projects, leading multiple teams, and delivering projects the right way.

This role is ideal for a Project Manager with experience in heavy civil and sitework construction who understands how to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and owner relationships while keeping projects on track.

You'll work closely with experienced superintendents and company leadership, with minimal layers between project teams and ownership. We value leaders who communicate well, solve problems, build strong relationships with owners and engineers, and take ownership of project success from start to finish.

This company offers an incredibly competitive compensation package, strong benefits, bonus opportunities, and the chance to build challenging projects with a well-established & growing Nashville Civil contractor.

Pay: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year + Annual Bonus program

Benefits Snapshot:

  • 401(k) matching retirement plan
  • Health insurance (100% paid by employer)
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off + Paid Holidays
  • Vision insurance