Gordon Wilson Retires after 28 Years with McGill
GORDON’S RETIREMENT PARTY
This month, McGill held a party to celebrate Gordon Wilson’s retirement. The party was a hit, as everyone in attendance enjoyed delicious food, a slideshow, and speeches dedicated to Gordon and the impact that he had on those who worked closely with him.
Gordon was a wonderful employee, but an even better person – and while we will miss seeing him around the office, we are thrilled for him to have new adventures and enjoy more quality time with his loved ones.
After serving as a valuable member of the McGill team for 28 years, Gordon shared with the crowd that he is eager for this next step in life.
GORDON’S CAREER AT MCGILL
Gordon was first hired in October of 1996 as a contract employee and then became full-time in May of 1997 as a CAD Operator. In August of 2002, Gordon was promoted to Engineering Technician. He worked on the Asheville Water Resources Team and moved to the Asheville Surveying team in 2014 as a Survey Technician. In 2019 his title was changed from Survey Technician back to CAD Operator.
Gordon proved himself to be an extremely talented designer, specializing in the design and permitting of water and wastewater systems. He brought to McGill considerable experience related to plumbing, mechanical, site work, and storm drainage design. His project portfolio includes the design of water and sewer utilities, water supply wells, water tanks, water and sewer pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment plants.
Gordon worked for more than 19 years in the Western North Carolina area. He demonstrated an ability to respond to the demands of critical project schedules and was especially skilled at coordinating important permitting issues with regulatory agencies.
28 YEARS OF SHAPING COMMUNITIES
Gordon truly cared about the communities that he was serving during his time at McGill, and we will continue to be inspired by the lives he improved through his work.
“Gordon and I worked together for 26 years plus. He is the true embellishment of what we should all strive to be. Do whatever is asked or needed, don’t complain too loudly, and do what is right,” said McGill Vice President Keith Webb.
“Whether it was helping prepare drawings or exhibits for projects, taking on the challenge of in-house surveying, or working closely with clients – he was there for everyone with a kind word. We should all learn from his example.”
We feel so lucky to have had Gordon as a part of the McGill family for all these years. As a firm that was built on relationships, we know that the heart of who we are is our employees – and Gordon is a testament to that.
We wish you all the best in retirement, Gordon!
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