Providing opportunities for all

The McCownGordon DEI Initiative

Two of our core values—integrity and relationships—remain cornerstones for our company’s long-standing beliefs that all people be treated with respect and dignity.

We remain committed to diversity and inclusion in Dallas-Fort Worth, providing opportunities for all. This focus doesn’t waver, because we know diverse thoughts, ideas and perspectives from people of different races, genders, beliefs and backgrounds, make our company stronger. They make our community stronger. And they make each of us a better human being.

We pledge to work with the community and business and civic leaders to support initiatives that advance peace and equality for all.

Mentor/Protégé Program at McCownGordon

The McCownGordon Mentor/Protégé Program enhances the ability of underrepresented trade partners to be competitive in the construction industry.

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Understand, Include & Inspire

We believe that the wider the range of voices involved in a building project, the richer the dialogue and the stronger the outcome. The more diverse we are, the better we reflect the diversity of our clients and the users of our buildings. Our Dallas-Forth Worth associates are members and active supporters of regional and national Minority Associations and are committed to increasing the representation of women and minorities in the construction industry.

McCownGordon's Veterans BRG on a tour of the VCP.

Our Business Resource Groups (BRGs)

Currently, five BRGs exist at McCownGordon, along with a Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Council and a DEI Advisory board—each made up of associates from various roles around the company. The BRGs include Black Heritage, Hispanic/Latinx, Pride, Veterans and Women in Leadership.

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James Maiden, a McCownGordon Construction associate

John Gregory, a McCownGordon Construction employee

Caleb Skaggs, a McCownGordon Construction employee

McCownGordon Construction recognizes the need for advancement in DEI efforts in the construction industry. The company’s leadership team and associates, strive to build a culture where all people feel accepted, safe and engaged at work. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I feel empowered to express my identity and engage with coworkers just like any other associate within the company."

— James Maiden

Senior Communications Specialist

The ultimate goal is to help everyone at MGC feel that this is a safe place to come to, in the office or out in the field, where whatever characteristics beyond your control and choices you have made to define yourself are not weaponized against you. I would walk away right now if I felt that our culture could not withstand that kind of negativity. We all work together for the good of McCown Gordon, and we all should be working together for the good of each other and those outside of the MGC bubble too."

— John Gregory

Carpenter Foreman

McCownGordon prioritizes inclusion in the hiring process. They make sure to not just favor candidates that look, and talk like them. It is understood that McCownGordon being more diverse as a company makes us a more progressive and successful company."

— Caleb Skaggs

Scheduler

McCownGordon is committed to respect and inclusion for all associates.

To deliver the best building experience, we strive to build a team of professionals with diverse perspectives and varying life experiences that reflect the communities we serve.

Two McCownGordon associates talking at a computer in Manhattan Kansas

A CULTURE OF INCLUSION

At McCownGordon, we know diversity alone does not drive inclusion. We believe that creating a safe enviornment for employees to feel comfortable speaking up and being heard makes for a more inspired, energized and ultimately successful team.

Minority and Women Business Enterprises

McCownGordon has a proven record of meeting or exceeding MBE/WBE goals on projects. Our relationships with minority and women business enterprises are built on mutual respect and a commitment to our community.

Our diversity and inclusion engagement program begins with project outreach. Ensuring each and every trade partner has an equitable opportunity to work on a project is key to reaching goals.

The goal of our mentor-protege program is to bolster the area’s minority and women businesses. These companies often face challenges a company with a bit of experience can help them navigate. Our team partners with local MBE/WBE contractors, meeting regularly to provide guidance in every aspect of business, from project management and estimating to accounting and marketing. Our teams have found that this type of one-on-one relationship yields the most positive impacts on our trade partners.

Diversity + Equity + Inclusion