Statesville, NC Kewaunee Scientific Corporation Statesville, NC One of G.L. Wilson’s earliest industrial customers, in 1955, the Technical Furniture, Inc. plant (today known as Kewaunee Scientific Corp) became one of the flagship modern manufacturing operations to call Statesville home. G.L. Wilson built the original plant and has worked with Kewaunee over the last seven decades on expansions, renovations, and new construction projects. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company. "I want to thank G.L. Wilson Building Company for their outstanding effort on the recently completed remodeling of our office front and Epoxy Resin Plant expansion at Kewaunee Scientific Corporation. The project was an overwhelming success in all facets...I congratulate all of them for completing the job on time and within budget. Kewaunee Scientific Corporation looks forward to its continuing relationship with G.L. Wilson, and we absolutely recommend their services to any potential client." William Schumaker / Kewaunee Scientific Corporation / President & CEO

Statesville, NC Benfield Sanitation Services Statesville, NC The Benfield Sanitation Services project included designing and constructing a new office and vehicle service area. The pre-engineered metal structure contains five vehicle bays with additional space for storage. The offices are attached to the rear structure and house several administrative offices, a kitchen, bathrooms, and a significant employee common area. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company.

Statesville, NC Trinity Episcopal Church Statesville, NC 4,800 square foot building addition, including a preschool and Sunday school meeting space, restrooms, and elevator tower. Designed by Adams Group Architects. "G.L. Wilson did an excellent job of not interfering with the functions of our day-to-day church life. Our building is used constantly by our church members and our community and there was very little disruption to our church schedule. The construction site was always neat, safe, and orderly." James W. Johnson, III / Trinity Episcopal Church / Member

Mooresville, NC Pine Lake Prep: Fine Arts Building Mooresville, NC The Fine Arts Building at Pine Lake Prep Charter School is a 11,290 square feet structure constructed using a wood frame construction method. This purposefully designed building offers dedicated classroom spaces for the school’s band, chorus, art, and drama programs. This project was designed by G.L. Wilson Building Company’s in-house design team. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company.

Statesville, NC Randy Marion Ford Lincoln Statesville, NC Randy Marion Ford/Lincoln Dealership, located in Statesville, NC, features numerous sales and service department offices on the first floor, a spacious showroom with a two-story glass storefront, and an extensive vehicle service area. Completing the project in stages allowed for the opening of Randy Marion Ford before the Lincoln Dealership was finished. Located approximately fifty feet from Ford, the Lincoln site had safety barriers erected to separate dealership operations from construction activities with minimal interruptions. With the many high-quality materials used throughout, Randy Marion Lincoln embodies the luxury associated with the brand. This project also involved significant site work, paving, and ample parking areas to house the vehicle inventory. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company.

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

Booneville, NC RagApple Lassie Winery Booneville, NC The winery, designed and built by G.L. Wilson Building Company, is 15,000 square feet and includes climate-controlled storage and a wine-tasting room. "They definitely went above and beyond. They were a dream to work with. When you are as happy with your contractor when you end as when you began, you know they're good." Frank & Leona Hobson / RagApple Lassie Vineyards / Owners

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.

G.L. Wilson Building Company, founded in 1945, is a design/build general contractor headquartered in Statesville, NC. We work in the Southeastern United States, primarily in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. Building Better since 1945 RESPONSIVENESS. RELIABILITY. RESPECT. Since 1945, G.L. Wilson Building Company has been building excellence across the Southeast. As a fourth-generation, family-owned design-build contractor based in Statesville, NC, we bring decades of expertise to commercial, industrial, and institutional projects throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. When you partner with G.L. Wilson, you gain more than a contractor—you gain a dedicated team backed by comprehensive resources and cutting-edge equipment. Our hands-on management approach identifies and resolves challenges before they impact your timeline or budget. From concept to completion, we’re committed to delivering projects that exceed expectations. what can we do for you? Sectors Served From non-profits expanding their reach to industrial facilities requiring complex technical renovations, we bring your vision to life. Every project is unique, and we take the time to understand your specific challenges and goals. Whether you’re modernizing technology, scaling operations, or transforming existing facilities, we deliver tailored solutions that work. Construction Expertise Eight decades of construction expertise means we've seen it all—and built it all. Our self-performing capabilities span site work, steel erection, concrete, and electrical, giving us direct control over your project's quality, timeline, and budget. No middlemen, no delays, just seamless communication. Design Capabilities Your ideas deserve expert execution. Our in-house design and engineering team transforms concepts into construction-ready plans, whether you’re starting from scratch or refining existing designs. From initial sketches to final specifications, we’re with you at every milestone, ensuring nothing gets lost in translation. Join our team Joining our team at G.L. Wilson Building Company means becoming part of a family-owned business that values hard work and community involvement. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals who are committed to making a difference in the local community. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out in the construction industry, we offer a variety of opportunities for you to grow and develop your skills. Explore Career Opportunities

Statesville, NC Quattro Statesville, NC The construction project involved the redevelopment of a three-suite, 7,600-square-foot retail shell building. The scope of work also encompassed the demolition of a preexisting structure on the site.

Statesville, NC Fort Dobbs Visitor Center Statesville, NC G.L. Wilson Building Company served as the design/build general contractor for the turnkey construction of the Fort Dobbs Visitors Center in Statesville, North Carolina. This comprehensive project included self-performed site work. The scope encompassed storm drainage infrastructure with concrete pipe installation, erosion control measures including silt fence installation, interior finishes such as door installation and toilet accessories and partitions, complete electrical package installation, and selective building demolition. The completed facility now serves as the welcoming gateway for visitors to the historic Fort Dobbs State Historic Site. Design/Build by G.L. Wilson Building Company "I must say that I cannot be more pleased with our G.L. Wilson Project Manager, Trey Page. He was a superb communicator that made a good plan and stuck to it. The Board's decision to go with G.L. Wilson was a great decision." Ken Robertson / Board Chair / Friends of Fort Dobbs

Statesville, NC McCombs Steel Statesville, NC The McCombs Steel office addition project included a new cafeteria, employee and executive offices, conference rooms, restrooms, lobby, and entrance, as well as a new exterior facade.