Construction Jobs in Mississippi
Construction jobs in Mississippi are concentrated in Jackson, Gulfport, and Biloxi, where infrastructure rebuilding, commercial development, and Gulf Coast restoration keep demand steady at every level from apprentice to project superintendent. Employers like Yates Construction, Brasfield & Gorrie, and Turner Industries maintain deep roots in the state, consistently hiring across residential, heavy civil, and industrial specialties. The most in-demand work includes concrete forming, electrical and mechanical trades, and site supervision for large-scale public projects. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About Aegis
The Aegis Companies provide expert project control services to the construction industry's most respected contractors, owners, and operators. Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD, we employ driven professionals dedicated to keeping construction projects on time and within budget.
Aegis provides all new employees with the training, opportunities, and tools to be the top project controls professionals in the industry. Experienced construction professionals contribute their unique experience and ideas to strengthen our organization. Employees new to the industry learn the “Aegis way” and earn the opportunity to become trusted senior staff.
With over two decades of experience solving the industry's toughest challenges, our regional offices throughout the United States and Europe enable our team members to work on projects anywhere in the world.
About the Role
We seek a Senior Construction Manager to provide construction management support services to our valued client's data center practice. 3 to 7 years’ construction experience is required. The Senior Construction Manager’s main responsibility is to monitor and report on design, bidding, cost and scheduling events with 100% transparency. Escalation of risk is the number one priority. The client should never be removed from the equation. Decisions involving schedule, cost, safety, coordination, and design shall be made by the client and the A/E team. This role requires a high level of organization and attention to detail. This is a great role for someone looking to grow in the industry. If you are ready for an opportunity with tremendous growth potential, join our team!
General responsibilities include:
- Escalation: The #1 priority for the Sr CM is to escalate issues to the client without delay. It is not the Sr CM’s responsibility to resolve issues but rather to keep the client fully aware and informed of issues – potential or real – so that they can resolve them.
- Payment Applications: Review General Contractor pay applications for accuracy and completeness before sending to the client. Use the Infrastructure Trackers to help confirm that the level of completion matches the amounts being billed.
- Change Orders: Review change order requests for accuracy and completeness before sending to the client. Ensure associated RFI documents and other supporting information is provided and ensure the scope and justification for the change order request is clear to the client. Escalate change orders that are more than 30 days old to the client. *NOTE: The client should never be surprised by a change order. The Sr CM is responsible for keeping the client apprised of any issues, RFIs, discussions that may lead to a change order request.
- Review OFCI vendor invoices: Ensure the correct equipment has been delivered, damage-free, and is functioning prior to payment.
- Daily review of Daily Logs, Photos and Infrastructure Trackers to remain aware of current state of issues, trade progress, potential risk items. These daily reviews will support your other responsibilities such as change order log updates, monthly review of pay applications, risk exposure log updates, etc.
- Meet with the CM every day.
- Discuss the day’s activities and trade progress.
- Facilitate videoconference calls with the Architect and Engineer to:
- Answer contractor questions (RFI) and reduce the number of formal RFIs that need to be submitted. (Confirming RFIs may be warranted to document outcomes of RFI videoconference calls).
- Discuss open submittals to support Architect and Engineer reviews.
- Identify outstanding RFIs and submittals that need to be highlighted in the Daily Log and escalated to the client. In general, always escalate RFIs and submittals that:
- Have not been submitted in time to support the schedule.
- Have not been responded to in time to support the schedule.
- Involve coordination issue(s) with other trades, service providers, AHJ, etc.
- Involve a change order.
- In meetings (e.g., OAC, other ad hoc or standing meetings) and conversations, be the eyes and ears for the client. Escalate real and potential risks (schedule, cost, safety, quality) to the client.
- Complete the Weekly Construction Update.
Requirements:
- 3 to 7 years’ construction experience is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction, project management, or a related field. This requirement may be waived with five or more years of direct, vertical construction industry experience.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize your time to meet deadlines. Strong ability to communicate-verbally and written
- -clearly, concisely and logically.
- Proven track record on speaking up when you encounter any potential roadblocks.
- Passion for the role you play in keeping the project details on track.
Benefits and Perks:
- Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + employer match
- Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer-paid
- Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Program
- Squishy rhinos
- Team events
The pay range for this role is:
100,000 - 140,000 USD per year(Meridian, MS)
About Aegis
The Aegis Companies provide expert project control services to the construction industry's most respected contractors, owners, and operators. Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD, we employ driven professionals dedicated to keeping construction projects on time and within budget.
Aegis provides all new employees with the training, opportunities, and tools to be the top project controls professionals in the industry. Experienced construction professionals contribute their unique experience and ideas to strengthen our organization. Employees new to the industry learn the “Aegis way” and earn the opportunity to become trusted senior staff.
With over two decades of experience solving the industry's toughest challenges, our regional offices throughout the United States and Europe enable our team members to work on projects anywhere in the world.
About the Role
We seek a Senior Construction Manager to provide construction management support services to our valued client's data center practice. 3 to 7 years’ construction experience is required. The Senior Construction Manager’s main responsibility is to monitor and report on design, bidding, cost and scheduling events with 100% transparency. Escalation of risk is the number one priority. The client should never be removed from the equation. Decisions involving schedule, cost, safety, coordination, and design shall be made by the client and the A/E team. This role requires a high level of organization and attention to detail. This is a great role for someone looking to grow in the industry. If you are ready for an opportunity with tremendous growth potential, join our team!
General responsibilities include:
- Escalation: The #1 priority for the Sr CM is to escalate issues to the client without delay. It is not the Sr CM’s responsibility to resolve issues but rather to keep the client fully aware and informed of issues – potential or real – so that they can resolve them.
- Payment Applications: Review General Contractor pay applications for accuracy and completeness before sending to the client. Use the Infrastructure Trackers to help confirm that the level of completion matches the amounts being billed.
- Change Orders: Review change order requests for accuracy and completeness before sending to the client. Ensure associated RFI documents and other supporting information is provided and ensure the scope and justification for the change order request is clear to the client. Escalate change orders that are more than 30 days old to the client. *NOTE: The client should never be surprised by a change order. The Sr CM is responsible for keeping the client apprised of any issues, RFIs, discussions that may lead to a change order request.
- Review OFCI vendor invoices: Ensure the correct equipment has been delivered, damage-free, and is functioning prior to payment.
- Daily review of Daily Logs, Photos and Infrastructure Trackers to remain aware of current state of issues, trade progress, potential risk items. These daily reviews will support your other responsibilities such as change order log updates, monthly review of pay applications, risk exposure log updates, etc.
- Meet with the CM every day.
- Discuss the day’s activities and trade progress.
- Facilitate videoconference calls with the Architect and Engineer to:
- Answer contractor questions (RFI) and reduce the number of formal RFIs that need to be submitted. (Confirming RFIs may be warranted to document outcomes of RFI videoconference calls).
- Discuss open submittals to support Architect and Engineer reviews.
- Identify outstanding RFIs and submittals that need to be highlighted in the Daily Log and escalated to the client. In general, always escalate RFIs and submittals that:
- Have not been submitted in time to support the schedule.
- Have not been responded to in time to support the schedule.
- Involve coordination issue(s) with other trades, service providers, AHJ, etc.
- Involve a change order.
- In meetings (e.g., OAC, other ad hoc or standing meetings) and conversations, be the eyes and ears for the client. Escalate real and potential risks (schedule, cost, safety, quality) to the client.
- Complete the Weekly Construction Update.
Requirements:
- 3 to 7 years’ construction experience is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction, project management, or a related field. This requirement may be waived with five or more years of direct, vertical construction industry experience.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize your time to meet deadlines. Strong ability to communicate-verbally and written
- -clearly, concisely and logically.
- Proven track record on speaking up when you encounter any potential roadblocks.
- Passion for the role you play in keeping the project details on track.
Benefits and Perks:
- Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + employer match
- Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer-paid
- Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Program
- Squishy rhinos
- Team events
The pay range for this role is:
100,000 - 140,000 USD per year(Meridian, MS)
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What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction jobs across Mississippi.
- Active Mississippi contractor license or a license recognized under Mississippi state reciprocity
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification for general industry or construction
- Proven experience with commercial or industrial construction methods and site safety protocols
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and project schedules
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to Mississippi job sites
- Familiarity with Mississippi building codes and local inspection requirements
Construction Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction in Mississippi?
Licensing in Mississippi is administered through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors, which requires passing a trade exam and meeting experience thresholds depending on the license classification you pursue. Most journeyman-level roles require completing an apprenticeship through a recognized program such as those offered by the Associated General Contractors of Mississippi or through union halls affiliated with local trades. A high school diploma or equivalent is the standard education baseline, and OSHA safety training strengthens any application.
Which companies hire constructions in Mississippi?
Companies currently hiring constructions in Mississippi include GREGORY CONSTRUCTION, ECS Limited, and Groundworks, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Mississippi's Gulf Coast industrial corridor and ongoing Jackson-area infrastructure programs create consistent demand at these and similar regional contractors throughout the year.
Which Mississippi cities have the most construction jobs?
Jackson, Columbus, and Meridian account for the most construction openings in Mississippi. Jackson drives volume through state government infrastructure and healthcare facility projects, while Gulfport and Biloxi benefit from Gulf Coast resort, casino, and port construction that sustains large commercial and heavy civil workforces across the region.
Are there remote construction jobs in Mississippi?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction work is fundamentally hands-on and site-dependent, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 0% of construction openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in project management, estimating, or scheduling rather than field trades.
How can I get hired as a construction in Mississippi with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to registered apprenticeship programs through the Associated General Contractors of Mississippi or local building trades councils, which accept candidates without prior experience and pay while you train. Large Mississippi employers like Yates Construction and Turner Industries regularly take on entry-level laborers and helpers for their Gulf Coast and central Mississippi project sites. Earning an OSHA 10 card before applying gives candidates a concrete edge, and roles such as site laborer or material handler serve as practical stepping stones into skilled trades.
Where can I find and apply to construction jobs in Mississippi?
You can find and apply to construction jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and trade, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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