Owners, developers, and institutions across the Mid-South often need a builder who can work in several jurisdictions without starting over each time. Murphy & Sons, Inc. is a full-service commercial contractor based in Southaven, Mississippi. We are licensed in Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Louisiana. Since 1977, we have helped clients throughout the Mid-South with a steady, one-on-one approach to construction.
This page explains where we work, why our licensing matters to your project, and what you can expect when you hire a commercial contractor in the Mid-South who knows the region.
Where the Mid-South Begins: Southaven, MS
The Mid-South has no official borders. Most people use the term for the area around Memphis, including northern Mississippi, western Tennessee, and eastern Arkansas. Many also extend it to neighboring parts of Alabama and Louisiana. Southaven sits in DeSoto County, Mississippi, directly south of Memphis and on the Tennessee state line. That puts our office at 9148 Corporate Drive in the middle of the region's business and transportation activity.
Our location lets us serve clients across the Mid-South from one home base. Our team is close to the communities where we work, and our project gallery shows it. It includes the Southaven FEMA Shelter and the Snowden Grove Tennis Courts, Soccer Complex, and Pedestrian Bridge. It also includes the DeSoto Central High School Addition, NWCC Calhoun Hall, and Itawamba Community College Student Services. These are public, educational, and community facilities that serve the people of the region.
Five States, One Licensed Commercial Contractor
Murphy & Sons holds licenses in each of the five states we serve:
- Mississippi, where our headquarters is located
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Tennessee
- Louisiana
For a client with a project in more than one state, this means a single contractor can handle the work. You do not have to find a new builder at every state line or explain your standards again from the start. The same team philosophy and the same commitment to timeliness, attention to detail, and service-minded attitudes apply wherever your project is located.
Why State Licensing Matters for Commercial Construction
Contractor licensing in the United States is regulated state by state. Each state sets its own requirements for who may bid on and build commercial work, and these requirements often vary by project size and type. Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Louisiana each have a licensing board or commission that oversees contractors. A contractor licensed in one state cannot assume that license carries over to the next.
For an owner, this has practical consequences. Hiring a properly licensed commercial contractor helps protect your project from permitting problems and delays. It also keeps your project on firm legal footing from the start. We recommend that you confirm the license of any contractor you consider with the appropriate state board, and we are glad to discuss our own licensing as part of any conversation about your project.
What We Bring to Commercial Projects Across the Region
As a general contractor, we offer commercial and industrial construction management, site analysis, preliminary design, concrete, permits, and quality control. Our work is organized around five service areas that fit most commercial needs:
- Construction management for complex projects or projects where decisions cannot all be made upfront, with an emphasis on communication and transparency.
- Design-build that brings design, engineering, and construction under one roof. This gives you one point of contact and can save time and money.
- Preconstruction planning, including strategic assessments, risk assessment, and recommendations on the best approach before construction begins.
- Project management that coordinates design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, helping you control costs and maintain scope.
- Special projects for work that does not fit preset categories, handled with flexibility and personalized service.
Across all five, we work one-on-one with each client. We make sure we understand your needs from the start. We advise you at each step and help you address issues before they become problems. We also provide supervision and project safety measures and check in on your progress to confirm your goals are being met.
Regional Experience Built Over Decades
Murphy & Sons was organized on June 18, 1977, and has grown into a diverse construction company capable of handling a wide range of industry needs. We maintain divisional offices in various locations throughout the Mid-South, and these offices handle a variety of petroleum industry related projects. That experience reflects how widely we work in the region and the range of project types we handle.
Our mission has stayed consistent. We aim to deliver high-quality construction at fair, market-competitive prices. We also aim to earn repeat and referral business through customer satisfaction. Just as important, we maintain professionalism, integrity, honesty, and fairness in our relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and customers. In a region where reputations travel quickly, we see those values as essential.
Start a Conversation About Your Mid-South Project
If you are planning a commercial project in Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, or Louisiana, we would like to hear about it. Call us at 662-393-3130 or email info@murphyandsons.com. You can also visit our office at 9148 Corporate Drive, Southaven, MS 38671, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tell us about your goals, your location, and your timeline, and we will give you a quote.
Murphy & Sons, Inc.
- Phone662-393-3130
- Emailinfo@murphyandsons.com
- Office9148 Corporate Drive, Southaven, MS 38671
- HoursMonday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What states does a commercial construction company need to be licensed in to build across the Mid-South?
A contractor needs to be licensed in each state where it performs commercial work. Licensing is handled state by state, so a license in one state does not automatically allow work in another. For a project that touches the core Mid-South states, that can mean Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, and Louisiana. Murphy & Sons is licensed in all five.
Does a commercial general contractor in North Mississippi also build in Memphis and Arkansas?
It depends on the contractor's licensing. Memphis is in Tennessee, and Arkansas is across the Mississippi River, so each requires its own state license. Murphy & Sons is based in Southaven, Mississippi, and is licensed in Tennessee and Arkansas as well as Mississippi. We also hold licenses in Alabama and Louisiana.
How do I find a licensed commercial contractor near me in Mississippi?
Start by asking any contractor you are considering for their license information. Then confirm it with the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Also look at the contractor's project history and ask about their approach to your type of project. Murphy & Sons is a licensed commercial contractor based in Southaven, Mississippi, and you can reach us at 662-393-3130.
What does "Mid-South" mean?
The Mid-South is a regional term, not an official designation. It generally refers to the area centered on Memphis, Tennessee, including northern Mississippi and eastern Arkansas. Definitions often extend to parts of Alabama and Louisiana. Murphy & Sons has served clients throughout the Mid-South since 1977.
Which states does Murphy & Sons serve?
We serve Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Louisiana, and we are licensed in all five. Our headquarters is in Southaven, Mississippi.
What types of commercial construction services do you offer?
We offer construction management, design-build, preconstruction, project management, and special projects. As a general contractor, we also provide commercial and industrial construction management, site analysis, preliminary design, concrete, permits, and quality control.
Do you have offices outside of Southaven?
Our main office is at 9148 Corporate Drive in Southaven, Mississippi. We also maintain divisional offices in various locations throughout the Mid-South, which handle a variety of petroleum industry related projects.
Can I have one point of contact for a project in more than one state?
Our design-build process is designed to streamline the often-fragmented design, engineering, and construction phases, giving you one point of contact throughout your project. Because we are licensed in five states, we can bring that same one-on-one approach to projects across the region. Contact us to discuss how your specific project would be organized.
What kinds of projects has Murphy & Sons completed?
Our project gallery includes the Southaven FEMA Shelter and the Snowden Grove Tennis Courts, Soccer Complex, and Pedestrian Bridge. It also includes NWCC Calhoun Hall, Itawamba Community College Student Services, and the DeSoto Central High School Addition.
How do I request a quote for a commercial project?
Call 662-393-3130 or email info@murphyandsons.com. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tell us about your project and its location, and we will provide a quote.