What Hemphill Construction Co does

Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. is a privately held heavy civil construction contractor headquartered in Florence, Mississippi. Founded in 1963 by William Hemphill as a painting and remodeling firm, the company pivoted in the late 1970s to underground utility installation and subsequently expanded under later leadership into a four-division regional platform spanning pipelines, water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations, road and highway construction, and storm-related cleanup and monitoring services.

The firm's service portfolio covers the full civil construction lifecycle: pipeline installation (4-inch to 108-inch diameter lines in ductile iron, steel, fiberglass, concrete, and plastic, including large-diameter sewage slip-lining); treatment plant and pump station construction including structural excavation, reinforcing steel installation, mechanical equipment, and instrument start-up; highway construction, restoration, and widening; retail and commercial site development; residential subdivision work at a stated capacity of up to 900 lots per year; and a dedicated disaster recovery line covering debris removal, Temporary Debris Storage and Reduction Sites, hazardous waste handling, and FEMA reimbursement documentation. Self-performance capability across these disciplines reduces reliance on subcontractors.

Revenue is generated through project-based contracts with federal, state, and local government entities and private developers across seven southeastern states (Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Florida), won through competitive bidding and direct negotiation on a quote-based pricing model. The firm holds A++ bonding capacity from Chubb, Section 3 HUD certification in partnership with Suncoast Infrastructure, and OSHA-trained field supervision. With 350+ employees and a 22,000 SF headquarters, Hemphill operates as a regional direct-contractor with no resellers or intermediaries.

Name

Hemphill Construction Co

Legal name

Hemphill Construction Company, Inc.

Website

https://hemphillconstruction.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Hemphill Construction is a privately held heavy civil contractor founded in 1963 that delivers pipelines, water and wastewater treatment facilities, road construction, commercial site development, residential subdivisions, and disaster recovery services to government and private clients across seven southeastern US states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civil Construction Services

NAICS

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237), Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110), Utility System Construction (2371), Land Subdivision (23721)

SIC

Heavy Construction Other Than Bldg Const - Contractors (1600), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), General Bldg Contractors - Nonresidential Bldgs (1540)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Recovery & Restoration General Contracting (IMAFAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Trenching & Utility Excavation (IMAFAKAD), Demolition & Selective Tear-Out for Hazardous Materials (BPALALAF), Construction Cleanup (Post-Construction/Final Clean) (IMAIADAJ)

Keywords

• Civil construction services
• Water and wastewater treatment
• Pipeline construction
• Disaster recovery services
• Highway and road construction

Headquarters

HQ city

Florence

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Construction Project Contracts: Project-based revenue from civil construction contracts with government and private owners. Revenue generated through fixed-price or cost-plus contracts for infrastructure projects including pipelines, treatment facilities, road construction, and disaster recovery services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Hemphill Construction Co., Inc. is a civil construction services contractor providing multifaceted construction services for government and private owners throughout the Southeast United States. The company delivers integrated construction projects across six core service lines: disaster recovery and debris management, water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations, utility and pipeline installation, retail and commercial site development, road and heavy/highway construction, and residential subdivision development. Services are self-performed by a workforce of 350+ skilled craftsmen, engineers, and administrative staff, supported by A++ bonding capacity from Chubb.

Product overview

Hemphill Construction Co., Inc. is a construction services company founded in 1963, offering a unified portfolio of civil construction services organized into four major divisions: pipelines, water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations, road and highway construction, and storm-related cleanup and monitoring services. The company operates six core service offerings—Disaster Recovery, Treatment Plants & Pump Stations, Utility & Pipelines, Retail & Commercial development, Road & Heavy Construction, and Subdivisions—that collectively address government and private sector construction needs throughout the Southeast United States. These services are delivered as integrated construction solutions rather than discrete software products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Disaster Recovery Comprehensive disaster recovery services including pre-planning, emergency response, debris removal and disposal, temporary debris storage and reduction site (TDSRS) management, hazardous waste handling, FEMA reimbursement assistance, and documentation support for communities affected by natural disasters.
• Treatment Plants & Pump Stations Construction and expansion of water treatment plants, water booster stations, and industrial/hazardous waste water treatment facilities. Services include structural excavation, backfill, concrete form work, reinforcing steel installation, mechanical equipment installation, and instrument start-up.
• Utility & Pipelines Pipeline construction services ranging from 4-inch to 108-inch diameter lines. Capabilities include water mains, sewage force mains, and various pipe materials including ductile iron, steel, stainless steel, fiberglass, concrete, and plastic. Also includes large diameter sewage slip-lining projects.
• Retail & Commercial Site Development Retail and commercial site development services covering all phases from initial clearing to final landscaping. Since the first development in 1984, the service includes expertise in scheduling and multi-project coordination for commercial clients.
• Road & Heavy Construction Highway construction, restoration, and widening services including clearing, site grading, curb and gutter installation, final paving, and striping. Capabilities include constructing new highways and restoring or widening existing roadways.
• Residential Subdivisions Residential subdivision development services capable of building up to 900 lots per year. Services include feasibility analysis, design phase selection, initial clearing, paving, and entrance structure construction. The company acts as the sole contact for all construction needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 900 lots built per year for residential subdivisions
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FEMAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFEMA guidelines and best practices integration for disaster recovery operations. Hemphill maintains relationships with FEMA consultants and follows FEMA reimbursement processes for debris management projects. Training and review sessions include discussion of changes in FEMA guidelines.
• HUD (Section 3 Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSection 3 Certified Contractor providing employment preference for Section 3 residents in connection with HUD-assisted projects. Hemphill Construction Company & Suncoast Infrastructure participate in the Section 3 program which fosters local economic development and self-sufficiency.
• Disaster Recovery Industry PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRelationships with disaster recovery and relief companies across the Southeastern United States providing materials and services necessary after major disaster events such as temporary housing, sanitary facilities, food facilities, generators, water, and ice.
• Local SubcontractorsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHemphill secures agreements with local and nearby subcontractors during non-disaster times to ensure quick response after natural disasters. These agreements are reviewed yearly and adjusted as needed.
• Suncoast InfrastructurecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint Section 3 Certified Contractor partnership with Suncoast Infrastructure for HUD-assisted projects. Both companies are Section 3 certified and eligible for preference in employment opportunities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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