Manufacturing

Whether driven by reshoring or the expansion of production capacity, manufacturers continue to increase US investment. McGuireWoods Consulting collaborates with companies across industries to ensure site selection, tax incentives, workforce development and infrastructure support systems favor our clients' interests.

How We Help

Site Selection

Not every industrial site is ideal for all types of manufacturing. We have experience navigating issues related to emissions, proximity of residential communities and the 24/7/365 nature of these facilities, enabling us to find the right location for your project.

Workforce Development

We facilitate focused recruitment and training efforts alongside public and private providers in order to source specialized manufacturing and assembly operations employees. We also work to identify state, local and federal funds to support these recruitment and training efforts.

Infrastructure Management

We provide introductions to the right officials to secure needed transportation infrastructure and energy supply improvements, as well as the funds to pay for them. These factors drive our site selection and incentives strategies that advance your project.

State Government Relations

We enhance speed to market and secure public support for your project, building community support and navigating the host of permits and approvals needed to operate.

Work We've Done

Secured millions in tax abatements and refunds for renewable packaging company’s $260 million state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Iowa.

Secured more than $1.3 million in incentives for two new assembly facilities in Texas, representing a $48 million investment.

Secured the approvals needed to replace food manufacturers century-old facility with a $1.3 billion state-of-the-art processing plant.

Secured the passage of Texas legislation to streamline a critical R&D tax credit that drives large-scale manufacturing and industrial investment.

Identified sites and secured tax incentives for HVAC and refrigeration system manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Florida and Wisconsin, representing $200 million in investments.

Identified sites and secured tax incentives for HVAC and refrigeration system manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Florida and Wisconsin, representing $200 million in investments.

Provided site selection and incentives negotiations services for major equipment manufacturing projects valued at over $400 million in Georgia and South Carolina.

Streamlined Texas’s R&D Franchise Tax Credit that drives large-scale manufacturing and industrial investment.

FAQs

Can you support multistate operations?

Yes. McGuireWoods Consulting supports organizations operating across multiple states by providing coordinated site selection and incentives negotiation services, government affairs, legislative monitoring, public policy and stakeholder engagement strategies. Our team helps clients understand differences in state political and regulatory environments while developing consistent approaches that support business objectives across jurisdictions.

Do you help with environmental and permitting issues?

Yes. McGuireWoods Consulting helps organizations navigate government processes related to permitting, regulatory requirements and environmental policy considerations. We work with clients to develop engagement strategies, coordinate with government stakeholders and address policy and regulatory challenges that may affect relocations, expansions and operations.

How do incentives support manufacturing expansion?

Incentives help organizations reduce project costs, support investment and strengthen the business case for expansion. McGuireWoods Consulting helps manufacturers evaluate available economic development opportunities, including tax incentives, grants, workforce programs, infrastructure support and other state and local resources. Our team works with clients to identify, negotiate, and secure incentive packages that align with their operational goals and expansion plans.