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Construction Receptionist Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Receptionist

Nashville, TN

$15.25 - $20/hr

The receptionist is also responsible for receiving and processing all items delivered to the ... Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable ...

Receptionist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

The receptionist is also responsible for receiving and processing all items delivered to the ... Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable ...

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How much do construction receptionist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for construction receptionist in Tennessee is $16.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $18.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a construction receptionist?

A Construction Receptionist is responsible for handling administrative and front-desk duties in a construction office. This includes answering phones, greeting visitors, managing schedules, and organizing documents. They also assist with data entry, invoicing, and coordinating communication between contractors, suppliers, and clients. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a construction receptionist do?

A typical day for a Construction Receptionist involves greeting visitors, answering and redirecting phone calls, managing incoming mail and deliveries, and supporting administrative tasks such as filing and scheduling meetings. You’ll often be the first point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and site personnel, requiring frequent communication with various team members. Daily responsibilities may also include entering data into project management systems or coordinating with project managers to relay important messages. The role is usually fast-paced and dynamic, particularly during busy construction phases, providing a great opportunity to build administrative and communication skills in a growing industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a construction receptionist?

A Construction Receptionist should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with administrative tasks, ideally supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with office software (such as Microsoft Office Suite), multi-line phone systems, and basic construction management software is often required. Excellent communication, multitasking abilities, and a professional demeanor help individuals thrive in this client-facing role. These skills ensure smooth office operations, effective communication between contractors and clients, and a positive first impression for visitors to the construction office.

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Infographic showing various Construction Receptionist job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,634 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

$15.25 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Summary
The receptionist is responsible for greeting and directing all visitors to the Company's corporate offices during normal business hours.  The receptionist is also responsible for receiving and processing all items delivered to the Company's office and for delivering incoming mail to office personnel and processing all outgoing mail and other materials.  This position also performs other duties, which can be effectively performed at the receptionist work station, as assigned.

Duties

  • Champions "The Layton Way" by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.

  • Ensures that "Constructing with Integrity" is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work. 

  • Courteously welcomes and assists all visitors as they arrive at the corporate offices. Contacts employees to let them know the visitor has arrived.

  • Receives all incoming mail, packages, and plans.  Ensures packages and plans are returned.

  • Opens and closes corporate offices at the beginning and end of each business day.

  • Coordinates the pick-up of all outgoing express packages.

  • May sort Monday morning mail for morning delivery.

  • Publishes monthly birthday list and purchases monthly birthday treats for office personnel birthday celebration.

  • Programs phone extensions for new office hires and extension changes.

  • Prepares monthly listings, logs, and correspondence as assigned.

  • Ensures packaging supplies are well stocked.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications                                    

  • Communication, Verbal: Expresses self clearly and effectively when talking with individuals and groups.  Demonstrates poise and mastery of language in expressing self.

  • Contacts: Initiates contact with strangers easily.

  • Customer Service Orientation:  Is responsive to service requests and issues.  Follows up issues timely to ensure effective resolution.

  • Information Retrieval: Develops a system that provides access to specific information. Shows ability to retrieve and deliver information.

  • Integrity: Maintains the high standards of ethics, conduct and organizational policies in job-related activities.

  • Interpersonal Relations: Maintains effective relationships with others.  Uses tact.  Is sensitive to feelings and needs of others.  Shows ability to solve human grievances.

  • Multi-Tasks: Is able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Flexibility: Willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary to meet a goal.

  • Professionalism: Displays professional appearance and conduct.  Makes a good impression on others.

  • The ability to operate telephone console and other office equipment, such as computer, printer, copier, and fax.

  • Ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, accurately, and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation, and without posing a threat of harm to self or others.

  • High School diploma or equivalent.

  • Ability to perform light clerical work, such as typing, filing, and sorting.

  • Ability to type 40 wpm.

Benefits: Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.   

EEO Statement - Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics

At Abbott, it's all about providing an exceptional experience - for our clients, our construction partners and most importantly, our employees. Our team is made up of talented professionals who fully embrace the company's brand pillars of stewardship, collaboration, and integrity. They are respectful, hardworking individuals who take pride in what they do and in helping others achieve their goals. In addition, Abbott's size, combined with the versatile talents of our team, gives us the unique ability to adapt resources and approaches based on specific needs. This flexibility not only enables us to stand out from the crowd by being a responsive business partner who can quickly adjust to any situation, but also offer diverse and rewarding opportunities to our employees.

The STO Building Group family of companies-Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen-includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.