OUR HISTORY
OUR STORY
AMI Construction was founded in 1995 with one simple belief: to build a company where hard work and a great attitude truly pay off.
What began as a small two-person operation with a vision to provide high-quality asphalt construction and maintenance has grown into one of Middle Tennessee’s most trusted paving companies, proudly serving Nashville and the surrounding areas.
Through hard work, consistency, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, AMI has experienced tremendous growth. Today, our team is more than 80 strong, and our revenue has more than tripled—proof that when you invest in people and do the right thing, momentum follows.
AMI remains proudly family-owned. Founder Rusty McDonald’s son, Jack, joined the company and now serves as Vice President after working his way through every division. His hands-on experience reflects our belief that leadership should understand the work from the ground up.
At our core, AMI is built on faith, integrity, safety, and people. We are committed to honoring God through our work, delivering outstanding customer satisfaction, and creating a safe, positive environment where our team can thrive. Safety and culture are more than values here—they’re daily priorities that guide how we operate, lead, and grow together.
And we’re just getting started.
CORE FOCUS
"Paving the way for communities to thrive."
OUR CORE VALUES
At AMI, our six core values guide how we work every day. They’ve played a major role in our success and in building the culture we’re proud of. We recognize our team members when they live these values out, and we hire with them in mind—because the right people are what make AMI a great place to grow.
PLAY TO WIN
We bring a winning mentality to every challenge. We aim to exceed deadlines, deliver under budget, produce exceptional work, and become the preferred partner. We're not here just to complete tasks—we're here to dominate our field and set the standard others follow.
DEVELOP LIFELONG FANS
Our growth stems entirely from satisfied clients who return and recommend us to others. We depend on our track record of excellence and our clients' advocacy to drive new business. We cultivate lasting partnerships with suppliers, customers, industry peers, and team members that form the foundation of our success.
PUT PEOPLE FIRST,
ALWAYS
AMI fosters an uplifting, energetic environment where collaboration thrives and families matter. We honor work-life balance and create enrichment opportunities that welcome both employees and their loved ones. Growth-minded team members find clear paths for advancement and expanded responsibilities. Our commitment extends beyond our walls to customers, vendors, partners, and the broader community. We place others' needs ahead of our own interests, even when it requires sacrifice. This isn't just policy—it's who we are. Others come first.
CULTIVATE RELENTLESS OPTIMISM
We maintain an unwavering positive outlook, finding value and insights in every outcome—whether triumphant or challenging. We set the standard that excellence isn't just possible, it's inevitable when pursued with determination. Hard work transforms any goal into reality. Our optimistic approach doesn't just inspire admiration—it spreads. Teams catch our energy, clients trust our expertise, and partners share our belief that the best results are always within reach.
EXCEED EXPECTATIONS
Job descriptions are starting points, not limits. Within the bounds of safety, ethics, and law, we'll tackle whatever it takes to surpass expectations. No task is too big or too small for any team member to own. We don't walk past problems or dismiss issues as someone else's concern. There's no such thing as "not my job" or "too minor to matter." Every detail counts, and every challenge belongs to all of us. When something needs attention, we step up—period.
BE ALL IN ON AMI
We dedicate 100% of our efforts on making AMI better and give our all each and every day. We are focused on our goals and buy in on our core focus of “paving the way for communities to thrive.” Our teammates and partners are our family and we will not let them down.
