Gordon Highlander Expands to Jacksonville, Florida

Gordon Highlander, a leading commercial general contractor based in Texas, has expanded its operations into Florida, marking a significant step in the company’s growth strategy. The expansion, led by Senior Vice President Gavin Finley, aims to strengthen the firm’s presence in one of the country’s fastest-growing commercial construction markets.

Finley, who has over 15 years of experience in delivering large-scale industrial and commercial projects, will oversee the East Region operations in Jacksonville, focusing on business development, operational leadership, client partnerships, and project delivery. His extensive experience includes work on e-commerce fulfillment centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, food and beverage plants, cold storage developments, aerospace facilities, and mission-critical infrastructure.

The Florida expansion is part of Gordon Highlander’s broader vision to serve clients wherever they grow. “The opportunity to continue the relationship side of the business is what excites me most,” said Finley. “We’re building on a culture that’s been established in Texas and expanding it into Florida. The culture is what’s gotten us here. The partnership mentality is what’s going to take us to the next step.”

Finley has spent the past six years building relationships throughout the Jacksonville market, where he has earned a reputation for collaborative leadership, operational excellence, and delivering complex projects with transparency and accountability. His expertise will be crucial in supporting Gordon Highlander’s commitment to partnership, quality, and execution.

The company’s new East Region Leader will oversee business development, operational leadership, client partnerships, team development, and project delivery throughout Florida. “One of the biggest first impressions we want clients to have is that partnership mentality,” Finley emphasized. “We approach every project as a team, with an eye toward earning trust and delivering successful outcomes. A successful project and a happy client are still the best business development tools you can have.”

Gordon Highlander, headquartered in Texas, is a premier commercial general contractor specializing in design-build and partially and fully engineered construction solutions. With decades of experience, the company has delivered millions of square feet across diverse commercial and industrial sectors. Gordon Highlander serves clients throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Atlanta, and now Florida, delivering projects built on trusted partnerships, operational excellence, and a commitment to long-term client success.

The expansion reflects Gordon Highlander’s long-term vision of serving clients wherever they grow while creating opportunities for employees to grow alongside the company. By combining local market expertise with decades of commercial and industrial construction experience, Gordon Highlander is well-positioned to support owners and developers throughout Florida and the Southeast with the same dedication to partnership, quality, and execution that has defined the company’s legacy.