Rooted in a History Of Excellence.

1971

Clarksdale, MS Office Opens
Charles White founded the company by opening its first office in Clarksdale, Mississippi, marking the beginning of White Construction’s legacy.

1981

Austin, TX Office Established
Neel White joined the company and opened the Austin office, signaling geographic expansion and future growth.

First Austin Project: St. David’s Hospital
White Construction completed its first major project in Austin, launching a presence in the region’s healthcare construction sector.

1992

First Corrections Project Awarded
White Construction was awarded its first corrections project with the Tallapoosa County Detention Facility, establishing a foothold in the justice sector and paving the way for 30+future years working in secure facility construction.

1993

First Project for Dell
White Construction began a multi-decade-long relationship with Dell, Inc., starting with the Round Rock Phase I project, significantly growing its technology and office portfolio.

1996

Ridgeland, MS Office Opens
Charles and Guy White re-locate the Mississippi office to Ridgeland, broadening regional capabilities and client reach.

1998

Ownership Transition to Neel and Guy White
Charles transitioned company leadership to the next generation, Neel and Guy, paving the way for strategic growth while preserving the firm’s core values and establishing it as a second-generation, family-led business.

2000

First National ABC Award
The company received its first national recognition from ABC, affirming its commitment to construction excellence.

2001

First Signature Home Awarded
White Construction entered the high-end residential market with its first custom home project, setting the foundation for a growing portfolio of luxury residences and long-term client relationships.

2003

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School – First K-12 Project Awarded
White Construction was awarded its first K-12 project with St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, marking a successful entry into the education sector—and the beginning of a lasting partnership with a valued repeat client.

2006

Mississippi State University – Historic Restoration
White Construction was awarded the Riley Auditorium project, which involved a meticulous historical renovation. The level of craftsmanship and attention to detail it demanded reflected the company’s deep respect for preservation—demonstrating White’s ability to honor the past while building for the future.

First U.S. Courthouse of Las Cruces Awarded
Successfully delivering their first U.S. courthouse in Las Cruces highlighted White’s capability in civic and GSA projects.

2007

World’s First LEED Platinum Hospital
The Dell Children’s Medical Center became the world’s first hospital to achieve LEED Platinum certification, setting an industry sustainability benchmark.

2010

Westminster Senior Living Awarded
White began work on the landmark Westminster Senior Living community, signaling its expansion into the senior living market and launching a decades-long relationship with a valued repeat client.

2012

Leadership Transition
Steve Burch was promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO), ensuring continued leadership continuity and strategic focus.

2015

Houston, TX Office Opens
Expanding again within Texas, the firm opened a Houston office to better serve a growing client base in the region.

2017

Panama City Beach Office Opens
White Construction expanded its footprint by opening a satellite office in Panama City Beach, Florida, reinforcing its commitment to serving clients across the Gulf Coast region.

Further Changes in Leadership
Charles N. White became Chairman Emeritus, Neel became Chairman, and Steve Burch was promoted to President and COO.

2018

Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan Phase I – Office Project Awarded
Winning the Texas Facilities Commission’s Barbara Jordan State Office Building project represented a landmark public-sector achievement.

2020

Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan Phase I Capitol Mall & Underground Garage Awarded
White Construction continued playing a key role in Phase I of the Texas Capitol Complex Master Plan, a transformative state government redevelopment effort.

2021

50th Anniversary of White Construction
Celebrating five decades of excellence, White Construction marked its 50th anniversary, a testament to its enduring legacy and impact on clients, employees, and communities.

2023

Rob Baugher Becomes President & COO
Upon Steve Burch’s retirement, Rob Baugher assumed the roles of President and COO, continuing a legacy of strong leadership and strategic vision within the firm.

2025

Signature Homes Launch
With decades of experience in crafting luxury residences, White Construction rebranded its residential division to highlight the distinct services offered to high-end clients. This specialized branch now operates as Signature Homes by White Construction, setting it apart from the company’s commercial projects.