ABOUT

Founded in 2005 by Gavin McKenzie, McKenzie began as a small, self-performing residential general contracting firm. The vision was to create a team of like-minded individuals who were passionate about the art and science of building and the improvement of others’ lives through sustainable and progressive approaches.

In 2009, with the help of an integral and passionate team, McKenzie evolved, expanding into the commercial space. Craft, McKenzie’s custom fabrication arm, was created in 2012.

Today, McKenzie houses these divisions under one roof in a unique 25,000-square-foot re-purposed warehouse from 1938. Our goal remains the same, to provide a comprehensive and transparent approach to construction that puts professionalism and satisfaction at the forefront. From adaptive reuse to new construction, McKenzie delivers client-focused and quality products throughout the South Florida area.

McKenzie’s purpose is to create beautiful spaces & products that improve the lives of those who inhabit & utilize them.
- gavin mckenzie, founder

PROJECT APPROACH

& TOOLS

McKenzie utilizes project management tools to help deliver our client’s projects on time and on budget by centralizing data and strengthening communications with stakeholders.

EXECUTIVE

TEAM

Gavin McKenzie

FOUNDER
Over 16 years of experience running many medium scale design-focused commercial and residential projects throughout South Florida.
As Founder, Gavin oversees a team of managers that uphold his attention to finish details and customer service in every project. Over the years, he has led McKenzie Construction and McKenzie Craft in focusing on the delivery of a high-end quality product to both residential and commercial markets. The McKenzie companies have become a comprehensive solution for clients by offering a suite of services including design and construction consulting in addition to high-end construction and craftwork services.
Vincent Federici

CEO
Vincent Federici, a third-generation millwork professional, serves as the CEO of McKenzie. With almost two decades of experience in the millwork and construction industries, Vincent leads the company’s strategic direction across divisions. As CEO, he ensures the highest standards of customer service and project execution, delivering comprehensive construction solutions across a variety of projects.
A dedicated member of AWI, ISFA, and NKBA, Vincent also holds numerous technical certifications across various fabrication disciplines, underscoring his commitment to industry excellence.
Bruce Guckert

VP of CONSTRUCTION
With 23 years of expertise leading construction teams through a wide range of hospitality, adaptive reuse, and ultra-luxury residential projects, Bruce is the VP of Construction at McKenzie. Joining McKenzie in 2024, Bruce oversees our construction department from preconstruction through turnover. Bruce is also a second-generation millworker professional.
Prior to joining McKenzie, Bruce built leading luxury hospitality, retail, and residential projects throughout the U.S., in addition to managing regional operations for a national CM firm. Clients included IHG, Eleven Madison Park, LVMH, TKRG, Ennismore, Hilton, CBRE/TT, Soho, NOBU, JOEY Restaurant Group, and similar brands.
John Macmillan

PROJECT EXECUTIVE
John MacMillan is a seasoned Project Executive with 15 years of extensive experience in the construction industry. Known for his strategic vision and meticulous attention to detail, John has successfully overseen the development of numerous high-profile hotels, restaurants, and multi-family homes. His expertise in project management, coupled with his ability to foster strong client relationships and lead diverse teams, has consistently resulted in the timely and within-budget completion of complex projects.

PORTFOLIO

McKenzie Construction has a distinguished track record of over 20 years in Miami and surrounding areas. Our extensive experience is a testament to our capabilities and commitment to quality. As a deeply integrated part of the City of Miami community, we have built strong relationships and a reputation for excellence. Our familiarity with local architectural styles, regulations, and community needs positions us uniquely to handle projects with precision and care. We’ve performed adaptive reuse, ground-up, structural repairs within the Wynwood / Design District / Greater Miami and the Beach as shown in the sample projects below.

PARADOX

MUSEUM

This museum opened in the heart of Wynwood at the end of 2022, boasting over 70 paradox-based exhibits, making it one of our most unique design-build projects to date. Constructing a space designed to promote elements of illusion and paradox was accomplished through a clever union of material and design.

We had the pleasure of completing this design-build project in collaboration with Sharit B Kassab and Crosby Studios. Known for an immersive experience, the new store on Lincoln Road combines pop up shops with art exhibitions, theatrical experiences, community events, and food-drink hospitality.

SHOWFIELDS

Clad in Corten steel and topped with the Gaucho - Buenos Aires brand, this boutique’s exterior leads to a showroom where acrylic shelves float against leather-clad walls. A custom wine-tasting area showcases Algodon wines, while hide-wrapped millwork and printed wallpaper reflect Gaucho’s unique personality.

GAUCHO

BUENOS AIRES

Garmin chose Aventura Mall as the location for their second South Florida brick and mortar retail store. The GPS navigation and wearable technology company hired us to complete the interior build-out of an existing retail space including the addition of a wood ceiling soffit and new casework.

GARMIN

Designated a Miami Beach property historic landmark in 1925, McKenzie had the distinct privilege of rebuilding, reinforcing, and recreating the esteemed Clay Hotel. Along with Jessica Schuster Design, our goal was to create a village in Miami Beach that evoked the feeling of a faraway oasis.

BLU DOT

McKenzie Craft worked with Watchbox to bring to life two locations in South Florida. Each location features custom-made cases, protecting the pre-owned luxury watches the company is known for and highlighting the unique beauty of each of its products.

WATCHBOX

KITH

When Kith opened their Miami flagship in 2016, it marked the first time there was a permanent presence outside of New York. Designed in collaboration with Snarkitecture, the brick-and-mortar store features an interior crafted from custom terrazzo panels that form a gradient from white to blue, as well as arches of 500 cast Jordan V sneakers.

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We complement our client’s vision, design aesthetic, and goals by paying close attention to details from inception to completion. Our work is managed through a highly collaborative team effort that closely integrates the roles of the client, McKenzie, and third-party consultants to provide a coherent project team. We provide detailed proposals that reflect our deep understanding of the project’s complexity. Our proposals reinforce our efforts to achieve the high-quality construction and finishes our clients expect while leveraging ongoing Value Engineering to obtain cost savings whenever possible.

Our custom architectural fabrication division, McKenzie Craft, is staffed with craftsmen who produce some of South Florida’s best millwork and bespoke fabrications utilizing wood, steel, glass, or other materials which offer the opportunity to add further value to a project. McKenzie’s divisions, Construction and Craft, have the proven experience needed to complete our client’s most demanding project goals. We strongly value our client’s satisfaction and seek to create trusting & enduring relationships.