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Taylorsville, NC Paragon Films Taylorsville, NC G.L. Wilson originally constructed Paragon Films’ building in the mid-1990s as a speculative building. In 2005, 2009, 2020, 2022, and 2024, G.L. Wilson worked with them to design and build over 143,000 SF of manufacturing additions to meet their growing needs. These additions were completed during normal operations, and the G.L. Wilson team worked to create flexible solutions to keep business moving along without interruptions. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company. “G.L. Wilson played a huge part in coming up with solutions to our problems and needs during this project, and it was a true pleasure doing business with them. Paragon Films has built a very good working relationship with G.L. Wilson, and we will continue to do business with them in the future.” Scott King / Paragon Films / Plant Manager (Former)

Statesville, NC Iredell Memorial Hospital: Renovations Statesville, NC Construction on Iredell Memorial Hospital began in 1953, marking the start of the first major non-residential project in G.L. Wilson's history. Over the last 70 years, there have been numerous partnerships to meet the needs of the shared Statesville and wider Iredell County community, including several recent renovations at the hospital. The newest IMH project involves multiple patient wing renovations, which include all new interior finishes, upgraded utilities, and nursing stations.

Mooresville, NC Pine Lake Prep: Athletic Complex Mooresville, NC Pine Lake Prep Charter School’s Athletic Complex boasts a sprawling 30-acre expanse designed to cater to the needs of passionate athletes and sports enthusiasts. The state-of-the-art complex features an impressive artificial turf football/soccer stadium field, irrigated natural grass softball and baseball fields, as well as modern amenities including a restroom and concessions building. Ample parking space is also available to accommodate the influx of spectators and visitors. This project was designed by G.L. Wilson Building Company’s in-house design team. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company. "The field has turned out wonderfully. Our kids and parents are very excited, and I am very appreciative of your efforts. As usual, John [Garland, Jr., Superintendent] has been terrific to work with, and your subcontractors were class acts. Thanks for all you do!" Chris Terrill / Pine Lake Prep Charter School / Head of Schools (Former)

Statesville & Mooresville, NC Magnera Statesville & Mooresville, NC These industrial production and distribution facilities required precision-built concrete pits and foundations for specialized equipment. The duration of the construction took place alongside an active manufacturing operation without causing disruption or delays. G.L. Wilson has worked in the Statesville location since its original opening as Providencia USA and has continued working with new ownership after transitioning to Magnera (formerly known as Berry Global). Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company. "G.L. Wilson gets the highest reference from me and Providencia." Gene Konczal / Providencia USA / President & General Manager

Salisbury & Mocksville, NC Gildan Salisbury & Mocksville, NC Gildan Yarns was a complex multiphase manufacturing project spanning two sites in different counties. Phases I and II included a 440,000-square-foot renovation and addition to an existing plant in Salisbury, NC, as well as the construction of an auxiliary plant (650,000 SF) at the same site. Phase III in Mocksville, NC, covered the construction of a 750,000-square-foot plant. All facilities included sophisticated under-slab mechanical systems, which advanced foundations and trenching components to the scope of work. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company. "G.L. Wilson has done an exemplary job with the renovation of our textile facility. Site Superintendent Tim Bowman has done an excellent job working in and around our machine installation schedule and start up. All phases of construction went smoothly, and any potential obstacles from the engineering side of the project were dealt with swiftly." Billy Lemmons / Gildan - Salisbury / Plant Manager

Kristin joined G.L. Wilson Building Company at the end of 2015 with over 10 years of experience as a Human Resource professional. < Back Kristin Flora, PHR Director of Human Resources Kristin joined G.L. Wilson Building Company at the end of 2015 with over 10 years of experience as a Human Resource professional predominately working for a large public sector manufacturing company. Kristin holds a BSBA in Human Resource and a BA in Organizational Communications from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is also certified through the Human Resource Certification Institute as a Human Resource Professional (PHR) and the Society for Human Resource Management as a Certified HR Professional (SHRM-CP). Kristin is an active board member of the Iredell County Human Resource Association and Iredell County Crosby Scholars.

Edwin, appointed as Controller and Treasurer at G.L. Wilson Building Company in June 2021, has 40 years of accounting, auditing, and management experience. < Back Edwin Laws, CPA Controller/Treasurer Edwin, appointed as Controller and Treasurer at G.L. Wilson Building Company in June 2021, has 40 years of accounting, auditing, and management experience including 11 years as CFO of NASDAQ-listed community banks headquartered in North Carolina. His experience also includes employment at a predecessor firm for Potts, Steele & White, P.A. and at Southern Bell. He earned a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Math and Business at Wake Forest University. As a CPA and a Certified Internal Auditor, he has experience in financial reporting, investment portfolio management, mergers and acquisitions, risk management, and internal auditing. Edwin has served in Rotary and Kiwanis clubs in North Carolina communities.

Robert came to G.L. Wilson Building Company in 2013, making him the fourth generation of Wilsons to work for the family business. < Back Robert Palmes, Jr. Vice President & Director of Operations Robert came to G.L. Wilson Building Company in 2013, making him the fourth generation of Wilsons to work for the family business. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from NC State in 2013. Starting as a Project Manager, Robert has moved into a leadership role to oversee company operations in the field. Outside of the office, Robert is an involved member at Broad Street United Methodist Church, a member of the Iredell County Planning Board, and enjoys spending his free time outdoors with friends and family.

Thomas likes to say that his first job with G.L. Wilson was mowing grass as a kid. He formally joined the company in 1994 and has worked as an estimator and project manager. < Back Thomas Wilson, Jr. Vice President Thomas likes to say that his first job with G.L. Wilson was mowing grass as a kid. He formally joined the company in 1994 and has worked as an estimator and project manager. He is active in business development and company operations. Thomas graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. He is licensed as a general contractor and also has a NC Real Estate License. Thomas has participated in various leadership development programs in both Charlotte and Statesville. He enjoys travel and following the Carolina Panthers football team.

Learn more about exciting career opportunities at G.L. Wilson Building Company, located in Statesville, NC. Join Our Team If you're interested in applying for one of the listed positions or looking for an opportunity to intern with us, please complete our online application form here. Civil Engineer Building Design Draftsman / Revit Technician Construction Staking Technician Field Employee Civil Engineer Apply Now Classification: Full Time This position is responsible for professional engineering work in support of a wide range of complex commercial and industrial construction projects. Emphasis is on preparation of construction drawings, calculations, applications, and other documents as required to gain approval from regulatory agencies in a timely manner. Duties and Responsibilities Design and Engineering Design storm water management systems including swales, piping systems, ponds, etc. using storm water modeling and design software. Prepare site plans for client authorization, ultimately gaining municipal approval. Design philosophy should complement neighboring properties while meeting project parameters and budget. Conduct on site inspections to verify work is being performed in accordance with the construction drawings. Coordinate design with other disciplines assisting on the project (architectural, survey, geotechnical, M/E/P, etc.) Assist Project Manager with quantity estimates on in house design as well as bid projects. Project Support Coordinate and maintain open communication with Superintendent/Project Manager regarding project schedule and constructability to assure project success. Provide technical advice to Project Managers and Superintendents regarding design, construction modifications or schedule. Witness and certify required testing and inspections for utility installations (potable water, sanitary sewer, SCM, etc.) Scheduling Provide input into the scheduling of projects to meet the client’s required deadline. Anticipate and resolve unforeseen circumstances encountered in the field to eliminate delays and costly rework. Qualifications Education/Experience Four-year degree in engineering N.C. professional engineering license 3 to 5 years experience as a PE preferred Proficiency in AutoCAD with design and drafting and a working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Carlson Civil Suite Experience with planning and zoning processes and land development ordinances Knowledge Civil engineering with emphasis on storm water management and erosion control ordinances. Proficiency with site plan development using AutoCAD/Civil 3D, design/engineering for commercial construction, information analysis, customer relations, reporting skills, estimating, decision-making, teamwork, documentation skills and quality focus. Storm water management and erosion control design standards and ordinances Site Coordination Skills Understanding of Earthwork and Storm Drainage Installation Methods, Field Experience is a plus Understanding of GPS machine control and coordination with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Carlson Civil Suite Understanding of soil mechanics and methods for achieving soil compaction/density as required by project specifications. Ability/willingness to troubleshoot field conflicts with field personnel. Ability/Willingness to adjust to changing field conditions to support field productivity. Other Skills and Abilities Engineering and Technology. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment. Design. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Building and Construction. Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in commercial construction. Critical Thinking. Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Complex Problem Solving. Identify complex problems and review related information in order to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers or Subordinates. Ability to provide information and support to supervisors, co-workers and subordinates by telephone, in written form, email or in person. Field Employee Apply Now Classification: Full Time This position is responsible for working on construction job sites both inside and outside during all types of weather. Based upon previous skill sets, the position could be a part of any of our self-performing teams: electrical, steel erection, grading, and/or concrete. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent General construction experience is preferred The ability to operate equipment is preferred Construction Staking Technician Apply Now Classification: Full Time Accurately translate blueprints and CAD drawings into physical, on-site measurements for building projects. Key responsibilities include checking for discrepancies, setting grid lines, and ensuring structural accuracy. Duties and Responsibilities Primary Work in Civil3D, Carlson, and AutoCAD Design software to establish point files for construction staking. Install construction staking for grading, storm drainage piping, sanitary sewer piping, water lines, curb and gutter, sidewalks, building features, and other site feature installation. Monitor earth work quantity production in the field using robotic survey instruments and drones. Create earthwork quantity take off reports during preconstruction/estimating phase using Civil3D and/or Carlson GPS Machine control: Create control points for machine control localization Create machine control surface files Set up base and rover systems onsite for earthwork machine control operations Work with site foremen and equipment operators to utilize machine control technology on earth moving heavy equipment Surveying: Collect site layout information for Civil engineers during site design phase Collect topo data info for Civil engineers during site design phase. (Typically verifying what lidar information that can be found in GIS) Ability to work with project managers, estimating, designers, and job site employees during pre-construction and construction phases of projects. Project Support Provide support to Design & Engineering team throughout the design, estimation and construction process to ensure adherence to project design specifications and the Company’s quality standards. Manage and communicate changes and impacts to design and/or construction schedule. Secondary Contribute to the Company’s success by accomplishing other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities None Qualifications Education/Experience Associate’s degree in Surveying, Mapping, Geomatics or related field with proven work experience in commercial construction preferred. Knowledge A strong working knowledge of Civil3D, Carlson and AutoCAD design software. Proficiency in operating advanced surveying equipment and interpreting blueprints. Building Design Draftsman / Revit Technician Apply Now Classification: Full Time Assist Senior Designers with the preparation of construction documents (building plans), This may include all design phases from conceptual design development to construction document completion and construction administration duties (including construction site visits). Implement Senior Designers input on design development and preferred construction techniques. Assist with coordination of various design disciplines as necessary to ensure a comprehensive set of construction documents. This may include coordination with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural, Civil, Fire Protection. Duties and Responsibilities Primary Project Design and Engineering Ability to work with project managers during pre-construction and construction phases of projects. Meet with clients to discuss project specifications, review conceptual design drawings, provide construction knowledge, and design feasibility. Use effective/specific communication to ensure client needs are met. Prepare and present conceptual drawings per client’s specifications to ensure the proper development of a project. Consider, suggest and employ aspects that will increase efficiency, decrease costs and enforce adherence of building codes and compliance issues. Evaluate any environmental impacts related to designs. Prepare drawings for preliminary pricing and marketing. Prepare drawings for the purpose of obtaining various building permits/zoning approvals from local and state authorities. Ability to communicate with jurisdictional authorities to obtain permits and approvals on a per project basis. Prepare working drawings to support all phases of field operations as required on a per project basis. Prepare supplemental drawings as required to support field operations. Coordinate with and review the work provided by other design professionals on a per project basis. Perform code research and retain a working knowledge of applicable building codes. Make necessary project design changes. Work with municipalities’ planning, design and review representatives/boards. Project Support  Provide support to Project Managers throughout the design, estimation and construction process to ensure adherence to project design specifications and the Company’s quality standards. Manage and communicate design changes and impacts to schedule. Respond to all design issues which may arise to ensure success of the project. Consult with clients, other departments, vendors and subcontractors to quickly resolve the issues. Secondary Customer Relations Grow relationships with other departments, consultants and clients vital to the success of project and the Company. Assist with presentations to prospective clients. Other Contribute to the Company’s success by accomplishing other duties as assigned. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending continuing education classes, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and/or participating in professional societies. Supervisory Responsibilities None Position provides guidance to Project Managers, Job Site Superintendents and consulting designers and engineers Qualifications Education/Experience Four-year degree in architecture, design or engineering and or a two-year degree in a related field with proven work experience in design for commercial construction at a minimum Knowledge A strong working knowledge of Revit. Design documents will be created using Autodesk Revit. Revit will be the primary software used for this position. A working knowledge of AutoCAD is also preferred but not required. Space planning for commercial construction, information analysis, customer relations, reporting skills, teamwork, documentation skills and quality focus. A working knowledge of commercial building codes. Other Skills and Abilities Engineering and Technology. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment. Design. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Building and Construction. Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in commercial construction. Customer Service. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work. Ability to develop specific goals and plans and to prioritize, organize and to ensure work is accomplished on schedule

Plan Room for G.L. Wilson Building Company sub-contracting partners. PLAN ROOM Today's plans and specifications are posted online in our Plan Room. Our project managers send invitations to bid to our qualified subcontractors that include a link to the online files. Subcontractors view and print only the files that they need. SUBCONTRACTORS You must be registered to participate in our bidding process. NOTE: You only need to register once. Existing subcontractors do not need to register. QUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE? Email Mike Wood, Senior Estimator, at mwood@glwilson.com . Registration Form CURRENT PROJECT LIST You do not need to register to view our current project listing that is scheduled for bid. NOTE: Subcontractors must register to be invited to bid. It is strongly suggested that you register as soon as possible because the pre-qualification process requires more documentation than your initial registration to become one of G.L. Wilson Building Company's qualified subcontractors. View Projects Here