Trey Hopper Takes the Helm at Neel-Schaffer’s Oxford Office

Trey Hopper Neel-Schaffer office manager — Trey Hopper has been promoted to office manager of Neel-Schaffer’s Oxford, Mississippi office, the engineering firm announced. The appointment places a licensed Professional Engineer with seven years of consulting engineering experience at the head of the company’s operations in its home region.

A Return to Familiar Ground

Hopper’s connection to Oxford runs through the University of Mississippi, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. After graduating, he spent two years working in Texas and four years in Alabama before returning to north Mississippi in 2025 to join Neel-Schaffer’s Oxford office.

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That path back to Oxford carries personal weight for Hopper. He has said his time at Ole Miss gave him a deep appreciation for the community and the surrounding region, and he described the opportunity to return and work alongside the firm’s team as a blessing.

Engineering Experience and Licensure

Hopper’s background spans project management and engineering design services across a range of infrastructure projects. He holds Professional Engineer registration in both Mississippi and Alabama, credentials that reflect his technical qualifications and his familiarity with the regulatory environments in two states where Neel-Schaffer operates.

His seven years in consulting engineering have given him experience that extends beyond design work. He has managed projects and worked directly with clients, skills that will serve him well in his new leadership role.

What the Role Involves

As office manager, Hopper will oversee staff at the Oxford office, strengthen relationships with clients, and help expand the firm’s services to communities across the region. He has said he looks forward to supporting the team’s success and contributing to regional growth, with the goal of making a meaningful impact on the communities Neel-Schaffer serves.

The promotion is an internal one, placing someone already familiar with the firm’s operations and culture into a leadership position. Neel-Schaffer operates as an engineering firm with a presence in multiple states, and the Oxford office plays a role in its regional footprint.

Looking Ahead

Hopper’s combination of local ties, technical licensure and consulting experience positions him to lead the Oxford office as it pursues expansion across north Mississippi and beyond. His stated focus on team success and community impact suggests a leadership approach grounded in both professional capability and a genuine connection to the place he now serves.