10/07/2025
Neel-Schaffer Breaks Ground for New Headquarters in Ridgeland, MS
RIDGELAND, Miss. (October 7, 2025) -- Neel-Schaffer today broke ground on its new headquarters in the City of Ridgeland, marking a major milestone in the firm’s long-term growth strategy and commitment to the Jackson Metro area. The 30,000-square-foot Neel-Schaffer Building, located at the corner of Highland Colony Parkway and Steed Road, will bring together the company’s Jackson, Madison, and Ridgeland offices under one roof when it opens in February 2027.
“Today isn’t just about a new building, it’s about investing in our people and creating a headquarters that reflects how we serve our clients and communities,” said Joey Hudnall, PE, President & CEO of Neel-Schaffer. “From the start, we asked what our employees needed to thrive. Their input shaped this facility, including flexible spaces for collaboration, a dedicated training center, state-of-the-art technology, and amenities that support balance and growth. This headquarters is a direct reflection of our values of Care, Service, and Excellence.”
The new headquarters will feature wellness spaces for employees, outdoor areas designed to bring people together, and capacity for future expansion. By bringing staff together under one roof, Neel-Schaffer is creating conditions for greater collaboration across disciplines and more effective solutions for clients across the firm’s nine-state footprint.
“While our Jackson Metro team will work here every day, this is a headquarters for everyone at Neel-Schaffer,” said Robert Walker, PE, Chief Operating Officer. “Whether teams come in for meetings, training, or project workshops, they will have a connected space that makes gathering easier and more productive. It is a true reflection of our One-Neel Schaffer culture.”
The new headquarters builds on Neel-Schaffer’s 40-plus-year legacy of service to the region while positioning the company to serve clients throughout the Southeast for decades to come.
