News Summary
Thomas & Hutton has announced the promotion of Roby Morgan to Savannah Survey Group Leader, following the retirement of Wright Powers. Morgan brings over 30 years of experience in surveying and design, with a strong background in boundary and topographic surveys. His leadership is expected to enhance the team’s capabilities as T&H continues to expand its services. Powers will remain available in a part-time role for support during the transition, ensuring continuity for clients and projects.
Savannah, Georgia –
Thomas & Hutton (T&H) has announced the promotion of Roby Morgan, PLS, to the position of Savannah Survey Group Leader, effective immediately. This leadership change follows the retirement of Wright Powers, PLS, who has served with the company for 22 years and will transition to part-time support for one year.
Roby Morgan brings over 30 years of surveying and design experience to his new role. He has extensive expertise in conducting boundary, topographic, wetlands, and ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys. Throughout his career, Morgan has been involved in various projects, notably transportation initiatives for the Georgia Department of Transportation and local municipalities.
In addition to his practical surveying skills, Morgan is proficient in GPS/GIS data collection, static network mission planning, and post-processing. His technical capabilities include strong familiarity with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD Land Desktop, coordinate geometry software, GPS processing tools, and Microsoft Office. He is a registered Professional Land Surveyor in both Georgia and South Carolina and an active member of the Surveying and Mapping Society of Georgia.
The promotion of Roby Morgan is expected to enhance the capabilities of the Savannah Survey team and signify an exciting chapter for T&H as they continue to expand their surveying services in the region. His leadership qualities and collaborative spirit have been highlighted as essential attributes that will guide the group in future projects.
Wright Powers, the outgoing leader, has been a respected figure within Thomas & Hutton, known for his mentorship and contributions to the firm over the past two decades. As he retires from full-time work at the end of October, Powers will still assist the team and clients on a part-time basis for one year, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity for ongoing projects.
Thomas & Hutton has expressed its gratitude for Wright Powers’ years of dedicated service and is optimistic about Roby Morgan’s leadership in developing the firm’s surveying capabilities. The organization remains committed to delivering high-quality survey services under Morgan’s guidance, supported by Powers in a transitional capacity.
As a 100%-employee-owned, privately held professional services firm with nearly 80 years of experience, Thomas & Hutton is dedicated to upholding its standards of excellence in the surveying field. The promotion of Roby Morgan represents a strategic move within the company to maintain and build on this legacy as it navigates new opportunities in the industry.
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