John Carney

John Carney III built his foundation in Nashville, Tennessee, where he was born to John Carney Jr. and Emily Carney. During his early years, he stayed involved in a variety of sports, including golf, baseball, soccer, wrestling, and football. These activities helped him develop discipline and teamwork over time. During his junior year of high school, his father helped him start his first business. This early experience became a key step in shaping his long-term career across Tennessee.

Carney currently resides in Clarksville, Tennessee, with his wife, Sarah. Sarah owns a local business and shares John's interest in entrepreneurship. He recently started a civil infrastructure consulting firm, allowing him to work independently again. With over 15 years of experience in civil engineering, he uses his expertise to support local development firms by guiding best management practices.

John has used this point in his career to focus on improving his quality of life while continuing his professional development. His work reflects hands-on experience, leadership, and a commitment to building strong teams. He believes that sharing knowledge helps others grow and prepares them to take on greater responsibilities.

His Professional Experience

Carney has more than fifteen years of experience in civil construction, land development, landscape construction, and site safety management. His responsibilities include pre-construction planning, project management, coordination with engineers, maintaining schedules and budgets, supervising crews, and supporting workforce development.

John Carney III emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe work environment. He believes that every worker should return home safely at the end of each day. By keeping a safety-first mindset, he ensures that team members’ well-being and family responsibilities are prioritized over production demands.

Carney is known for his practical leadership style and his ability to adjust within fast-paced field environments. He regularly reviews project plans and documentation to improve workflow efficiency. He focuses on aligning teams and resources to complete projects effectively and meet expectations.

John Carney of Clarksville, TN, earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Austin Peay State University. He places importance on continued learning as part of both personal and professional growth. He holds certifications across multiple areas, including a Level 1 Tennessee Department of Environmental Conservation Certification.

Carney’s additional certifications include OSHA 30 (Construction Safety & Health), excavation and safety training for competent persons, confined space training for construction, American Traffic Safety Services certification, and first aid with CPR and AED training.

C3GCLLC Consulting

John has returned to his entrepreneurial background by starting a civil construction consulting firm for developers. C3GCLLC works directly with developers to support site planning and best management practices. He believes he is most effective when present on-site, where he can provide direct and qualified guidance. He works closely with smaller development firms and contractors to support project management and quality control.

Civil Site Superintendent, Harness LLC

Carney of Clarksville, TN, joined Harness LLC in 2019. The company operates as a grading and utility contractor focused on building strong teams. He began as an Operator and later advanced into a project foreman role. His focus on knowledge sharing and team development helped him secure a superintendent position. He managed all phases of site development, including timelines and budgets, supervised multiple crews, and followed OSHA standards. He also conducted risk assessments and led safety planning sessions.

John appreciated the opportunities provided at Harness LLC, including mentoring team members and coordinating project teams to improve efficiency. He managed projects valued at over $30 Million while maintaining safety and quality standards.
In alignment with company values, John Carney received the 2022 Core Purpose award, “Move Dirt,” and the 2023 Core Value award for demonstrating H.O.T. (Humble, Open, and Transparent).

Equipment Operations Team Lead, Brad Sidle Construction

Carney previously worked as an equipment operator at Brad Sidle Construction. His responsibilities included supporting site preparation, land clearing, excavation, grading, and parking lot systems. This work near Memphis, Tennessee, gave him experience with soil conditions that required reinforcement due to the absence of natural bedrock. He learned to strengthen structural soils using alternative methods and recycled materials.

Equipment Operations, Morgan Contractors

John also worked in equipment operations at Morgan Contractors Inc. in Clarksville, Tennessee. He worked with excavation crews on cut-and-fill operations and helped reduce downtime through preventative maintenance. He supported management by reporting workflow and assisting in training junior operators.

Founder, Carney Landscape

Carney began his entrepreneurial journey during his junior year of high school. He started by mowing neighborhood yards and later expanded into landscape maintenance. After graduating, he launched Carney Landscape, a landscaping business. Over six years, he gained experience in operations and customer relations. His work included grading yards, planting, irrigation systems, paver patios, retaining walls, and in-ground pool construction.

His Education

John graduated from Clarksville High School, where he participated in baseball, soccer, football, wrestling, and golf. After high school, he studied Agriculture and Plant Science at Austin Peay State University, gaining hands-on experience through farm-based learning. He later attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he studied Landscape and Construction Design. He returned to Austin Peay and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in May 2017.

In His Free Time

Carney spends his free time enjoying outdoor activities such as ATV trail riding, boating, compound-bow shooting, and golfing. He also participates in sim racing, including NASCAR events on iRacing. He enjoys working on his Jeep and modifying it. His interest in civil construction extends to collecting antique land surveying instruments, which he uses to educate others about surveying history. He also supports Sarah by helping maintain her salon business.

Giving Back

Carney continues to give back alongside his wife, Sarah. They care for animals and currently have a Chocolate Lab named Beau, a rescue dog named Rusty, and two cats, Rita and Buddie. They help rescue animals, provide care, and support placing them in homes. He supports the Montgomery and Christian County animal shelters.

John Carney remains active in the Clarksville Alumni Football Club. The organization hosts fundraising events such as golf and bowling tournaments to support the football program and provide scholarships for students. This involvement remains meaningful to him, as his father and former teammates were part of similar efforts in earlier years.