Information Technology Jobs in Madison County, MS

MMR Project Engineer

Company Culture:

At MMR, our most valuable assets are not our buildings or equipment, it is our family of employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our investment in training programs and resources allows our employees to reach both their personal and professional goals. This is evident with MMR receiving numerous awards including “Best Place to Work” and consistently being recognized as one of the top Engineering News Record’s “Annual Specialty Contractors.”

Organization Description:

MMR has served as the industry leader in instrumentation and electrical construction, maintenance, and technical services for over 30 years. Our diverse list of clients allows us the unique ability to work across industry lines in the oil and gas upstream and midstream as well as chemical and petrochemical downstream, industrial manufacturing, power generation, renewable energy, mission critical, heavy commercial, and energy storage sectors. MMR holds the proud distinction of being the largest privately owned “Open Shop” contractor in the United States with over 30 branch offices including global locations in Canada, Qatar, and South America. For more information, please visit our website: Description:

MMR is seeking Project Engineer candidates with a degree in Construction Management or industry related equivalent. The responsibilities would include, but not limited to, the following:

• Assist with organization, planning, scheduling, and subcontractor scheduling of the project
• Handle day to day issues with meeting deadlines within budget
• Assist with developing job tracking systems including schedule, productivity, and cost
• Maintaining and updating tracking systems, schedules, cost reports
• Identifying and submitting RFI’s
• Participate in weekly client update meetings
• Prepare and submit weekly client update reports
• Preparing and submitting change orders
• Coordinating with site supervision to build work packages
• Prepare and submit client invoices
• Maintaining RFI log, change order log, invoice log, restraint log, drawing log, equipment log, material log
• Updating schedule of values and preparing client invoices
• Field material and equipment purchasing as required
• The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as needed to align with the overall business objectives of the organization

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BS in Construction Management or related field
• At least 3-5 years relevant work experience
• Experience in electrical and instrumentation construction preferred
• Experience in industrial construction is preferred
• Must have knowledge in estimating, scheduling, and purchasing
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawing packages and specifications
• Working knowledge of MS Office software
• Experience with Primavera P6 preferred
• Ability to read and understand a CPM schedule and identify critical paths
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, organize, problem solve, and exercise good judgement with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively under time pressure and/or deadline
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work flexible, varying hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Regular and reliable attendance at work

MMR Group, Inc. and its affiliated companies ("MMR") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected class.

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Atlas Roofing Shingles, Underlayments & Ventilation - a Division of Atlas Roofing Corporation - is an industry leader that develops, sells, and manufactures a full line of high-performance residential roof shingles, underlayments, and accessories systems and products. Atlas Roofing Shingles, Underlayments, & Ventilation offers innovative, quality, and unmatched roofing and construction materials for homeowners, contractors, builders, and distributors.

Atlas Roofing Shingles, Underlayments & Ventilation Division is seeking an Inventory & Forecasting Manager for our Meridian, MS facility.

Inventory & Forecasting Manager Job Duties & Responsibilities (include travel requirements)

• Prepare monthly recap for the VP of Sales & Marketing and VP of Operations on production, inventory, and sales history, along with 1-3 month forecast updates for the demand planning worksheet.
• Manage ongoing demand planning process with the Director of Supply Chain and Director of Business Development to maintain appropriate product mix, service area, color needs, and inventory across plants while understanding capacity constraints for all shingle and manufactured accessories. To include building and maintaining inventory floor plans on accessory items for each plant and reloading facility.
• Work with the Director of Supply Chain to evolve the Sales-Inventory-Operations Planning (SIOP) process over time to meet the needs of the organization.
• Work with the Director of Supply Chain on efforts to forecast opportunities and concerns across the operations and supply chain functions.
• Manage monthly and annual forecasting efforts for finished goods products in conjunction with the Director of Supply Chain
• Manage existing product inventory and ordering needs based on market demand and be responsive to sales needs and trends in demand.
• Work will all plant facilities on eliminating discontinued products in a fiscally responsible manner while actively working on making sure that inventories reflected in PS/Qlik are accurate and up to date for all facilities.
• Work to manage, consolidate, and prioritize shipment of inventory to minimize loss and maximize profits through sales and avoid fines
• Work with the Director of Procurement on maintaining and communicating margin/cost/price controls for all vendor accessory products through monthly reviews and profitability analysis. Assist sales and business development teams in addressing inventory available for large volume opportunities as well as daily needs.
• Work with all plant schedulers to train best practices and continuity of practices. To include making sure production schedules are always kept up to date on People Soft.
• Work with plant schedulers and Director of Procurement to make sure that raw materials are kept at optimal levels at each plant facility.
• Work with IT to make needed reporting and process updates to aid all plants in being able to see and upload production and inventory.
• Work with the plant managers and schedulers to achieve uniform processes when PIDS are updated across the division with the goal of uniformity for best practices and visibility.
• Set and maintain safety stock targets in PeopleSoft.
• Build inventory floor plans for all accessory items across plants and reload facilities.
• Proactively eliminate discontinued SKUs and manage reallocation to minimize write-offs.
• Work closely with plant schedulers to align production plans with master schedules using Shingle Tech.
• Ensure safety stock levels and report on monthly deviations to plans
• Collaborate with plants to ensure proper inventory and production planning
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to adjust plans as needed due to changes in demand, equipment downtime, or material delays.
• Monitor production KPIs (e.g., on-time completion, schedule adherence) and drive improvements.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing and planning coordinator
• Provide backup support during vacations and other absences for finished good / raw material issues
• Other duties as required by the Director of supply chain
• Collaborate with Director of supply chain on ADHOC projects and forecasting
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Account Executives, and Plant Operations to ensure smooth material flow and on-time delivery.
• Work with third party Sr Director of Strategy and innovation to develop third party products' demand and supply plan
• Coordinate with Sr, Director of strategy and innovation on product planning, availability and reduce obsolescence
• Work closely with IT and Supply Chain leadership on automation and tool development to improve planning processes.
• Provide backup and support to purchasing and logistics team members as needed
• Assist leadership team with long term forecasting and capacity planning

Inventory & Forecasting Manager Skills & Abilities (including computer, language, mathematical, and analytical skills required)

• Strong organizational and effective time management skills
• Fluent in English (Reading, Writing, Speaking).
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and government regulations. Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong skills with People Soft and Qlik Sense.
• Establish goals and priorities. Able to take initiative on projects even if not directed.
• Commits to the highest standards of moral and legal conduct.

Inventory & Forecasting Manager Education and/or Experience (including Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations required)

• A bachelor’s from an accredited university or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in the manufacturing/logistical space is preferred.

Total Compensation

• Atlas Roofing Corporation offers competitive compensation and vacation/holiday package as well as a comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance, 401k, and Medical & Dependent Care Spending Accounts.

Atlas Roofing Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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A well-established commercial construction firm in the Madison County area is seeking an experienced Lead Estimator to join their growing team. This position plays a key role in the preconstruction process by developing accurate project cost estimates, analyzing drawings and schematics, and supporting successful project planning from early concept through closeout.

This role requires strong conceptual estimating experience. The estimator must be comfortable reviewing preliminary drawings, schematics, or incomplete plan sets and developing reliable pricing when full plans and specifications are not always available.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate expertise in all aspects of project estimating from early project planning through commissioning and closeout.
• Developconceptual estimates using preliminary drawings, schematics, and limited project information.
• Analyze architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates for drywall and related construction projects.
• Calculate material quantities, labor costs, and overall project budgets.
• Evaluate construction methods and material selections to ensure cost efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather information needed for accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed and competitive bids and proposals.
• Communicate with architects, contractors, and clients to clarify scope and project requirements.
• Maintain awareness of market pricing, material costs, and industry trends to ensure accurate and competitive estimates.
• Support a smooth transition from estimating to project operations once work is awarded.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with conceptual estimating, including pricing projects from early-stage drawings or incomplete plan sets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team environment and play a critical role in the early planning and financial success of construction projects.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of activities in support of successfully arranging for delivery, assembly, and distribution of parts in order to expedite the flow of materials and meet production schedules. Such items involve a strong interface with Planners/Schedulers, Buyers, Quality, Program Management, and Manufacturing personnel.
• Will be empowered to communicate directly with suppliers, while maintaining a respectful linkage to Purchasing Buyers and Management.
• Gathers, collects, records, tracks, and verifies data and information from multiple sources.
• Uses software for the functional area to compile, review and analyze data to generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence and presentations.
• May design processes to enhance workflow and float from section to section to cover and cross train.
• Provides data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures.
• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Track ITAR parts.

• Requirements:
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Must be able to problem solve.
• Must be skilled in persuasiveness; planning and organizing.
• Must be able to comprehend and process information rapidly and accurately.
• Must be able to recognize or identify the existence of a problem as well as elements of a problem.
• Skilled in problem analysis and independent decision-making.
• Must be able to apply general concepts or rules to specific cases to proceed from stated premises to their logical conclusions.
• Ability to discern priorities and multi-task.
• Skilled in handling stressful situations.
• Ability to create, enter, retrieve, and print from software programs such as; Excel and Word.
• Must have knowledge of computer use, with experience in Microsoft Office.

• Preferred:
• Knowledge of SAP systems.
• Two (2) years of experience serving in a similar role – spanning knowledge of purchase orders and buying.
• Knowledge and experience in working with customers and/or suppliers.

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of relatable experience.

Job Summary: This position assists attorneys in the Transactions practice group on commercial real estate matters from intake through post-closing, including title and survey review, closing coordination, document preparation, funding/disbursements, recording, and policy issuance.

Responsibilities:

• Receiving requests for title commitments and requesting title reports or certificates of title from abstract companies; receiving and reviewing title reports and drafting title objection letters and analysis of surveys; drafting title commitments.
• Communicating by telephone, in person and in writing with buyers, sellers, brokers, lenders, appraisers, surveyors, insurance companies, title abstract and title insurance companies, taxing authorities, homeowners associations, attorneys, court personnel, and various other individuals and entities in connection with obtaining all necessary information for commercial real estate transactions.
• Coordinating real estate closings, including scheduling closings and reviewing of closing packets received from lenders; preparing of closing documents, including closing statements, affidavits, tax information statements, payoff letters, representation letters, deeds, assignments of contracts, deeds of trusts/mortgages, financing statements; ; participation in closings; coordinating deposits and disbursements; filing of deeds, deeds of trust and UCCs with appropriate authorities; requesting title updates; receiving title updates and issuing title policies; preparation of closing binders; and generally assisting closing attorney with all aspects of transactions.
• Receiving requests from clients for title updates and requesting same from abstract companies; receiving reports and drafting updated certificates of title or endorsements to title policies to lenders.
• Occasional research of land records.
• Tracking of real estate transactions throughout year for purposes of 1099S reporting; completion of 1099 Information Sheets and submission to reporting service.
• Drafting real estate-related documents, such as notices of foreclosure, lien notices, authorities to cancel, etc.

Supervision Received and/or Given:

• Occasionally work on projects for attorneys other than supervising attorney.
• Work closely with office manager on funds received and disbursed through trust accounts.
• Work on monthly reporting to title insurance companies on policies issued and opening of new files.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

• Strong writing and communication skills; exceptional attention to detail; ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• 5 years prior real estate experience in a law firm, lender, or title company setting.
• Proficiency with title/settlement software - preferably SoftPro, e-recording platforms, and UCC filing systems
• College Degree
• Paralegal Certificate
• Notary

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Location: Madison, MS 39110

Duration: 8+month Project/Can be Extended

Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr

Shift: Monday-Friday Hours: 8am-5pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Sources, negotiates, and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.
• Monitors performance of suppliers.
• Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions.
• Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics.
• Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules.
• Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records.
• May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages.
• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers and internal customers are required.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position).
• Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.

Company Overview:

Howard Industries, Inc. is the nation's leading manufacturer of distribution transformers, with over 10 million overhead, single-phase and three-phase pad mounted, and network transformers in service throughout the United States and abroad. As Mississippi's largest privately held employer headquartered within the state, the company employs over 5,000 team members, generates over $1 billion in revenue, and consists of three main corporate divisions: Howard Power Solutions, Howard Transportation, and Howard Technology Solutions.

Vision Systems Engineer (AI Specialist)

We are seeking a highly skilled Vision Systems Engineer to lead the integration and optimization of advanced automated inspection systems within our high-volume, high-mix heavy manufacturing facility.

In this role, you will be the subject matter expert for AI vision platforms, leveraging both 2D and 3D imaging to solve complex inspection challenges. You will work in a fast-paced environment where precision is critical, ensuring every component—from massive structural parts to small identification decals—meets our rigorous quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design & Integration: Architect, program, and deploy vision solutions utilizing AI-driven toolsets for complex defect detection.
• 2D & 3D Implementation: Configure 2D cameras for AI based analysis and 3D lasers for volumetric analysis and defect detection.
• Automated Inspection Tasks:
• Part Location: Develop robust \"Search\" and \"Shape Trailing\" logic to locate heavy components on high-volume lines.
• Decal & Placement Verification: Utilize AI learning to verify the presence, orientation, and correct application of decals and labels.
• Cosmetic Defect Detection: Train AI models to distinguish between acceptable surface variations and true cosmetic flaws (scratches, dents, or coating irregularities) on diverse materials.
• OCR/OCV: Implement high-reliability reading of metal-stamped or printed nameplates and VIN plates in challenging industrial lighting.
• Hardware Specification: Select appropriate lighting (backlights, ring lights, coaxial), lenses, and mounting bracketry to withstand heavy manufacturing environments.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze inspection data to reduce \"false rejects\" and improve \"overkill\" rates using statistical analysis tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
• Technical Expertise: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience with Vision Systems
• 3D Vision: Proven experience with 3D laser profilers or area sensors for Z-axis measurement and inspection.
• 2D Vision: Proven experience utilizing 2D cameras to train AI learning models to detect defects.
• Manufacturing Background: Experience in a heavy manufacturing or automotive environment; comfortable working around large-scale automation and robotics.
• Problem Solving: Deep understanding of industrial optics, including the physics of light and how to filter out ambient interference in a factory setting.
• Communication: Ability to collaborate with PLC Engineers (Allen-Bradley) to integrate vision data into the broader automation cell.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Zebra, Keyence, Cognex, or Sick Vision System technology for quality inspection.
• Knowledge of robotic guidance (linking vision systems to Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa or Kuka arms).