Public sector growth McGill serves public clients across the Southeast with civil engineering and land planning expertise, indicating ongoing opportunities in municipal water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects driven by regional capital expenditure.

Expansion momentum Recent headcount increases and multiple hires across markets (interships, client services, business development) suggest the firm is scaling capacity, creating potential for larger or more complex engagements and cross-office collaboration.

Solid waste leadership Appointment of a Practice Area Leader for Solid Waste Services signals a focused growth area; target municipal and private clients needing waste, recycling, and related infrastructure solutions.

Strategic partnerships Active partnerships with Cleveland County Water and City of Lenoir, plus ongoing project collaborations, present upsell opportunities for engineering design, interconnections, and critical utility upgrades.

Technology-enabled delivery Use of CAD, ArcGIS, Bluebeam, and collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom) indicates readiness for digital twins, GIS-driven planning, and streamlined project delivery for public-works and redevelopment initiatives.