ABOUT GAC ARCHITECTURAL SYSTEMS

Architectural Systems Contractor for Complex Construction

GAC partners with general contractors, developers, architects, and design teams to deliver coordinated glazing, façades, metals, railings, and specialty systems.

WHO WE ARE

Integrated Expertise From Preconstruction Through Closeout

Built on more than 25 years of glazing expertise, GAC has evolved into a broader architectural systems platform integrating glazing, façades, architectural metals, railings, and specialty applications under one experienced project team.

As an architectural systems contractor, we work at the intersection of architectural design, building-envelope performance, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and field execution. That broader view helps project teams identify risks earlier, reduce scope gaps, improve constructability, and create stronger accountability before material reaches the jobsite.

GAC is structured for builders who need more than a product source. We support the decisions that affect budget, schedule, system performance, logistics, installation, and closeout.

Built Around Project Risk

Budget
Early takeoffs, system evaluation, alternates, and value engineering.

Schedule
Lead-time planning, procurement coordination, logistics, phasing, and sequencing.

Performance
System selection, engineering coordination, product approvals, interfaces, and quality control.

Accountability
Dedicated project leadership from preconstruction through installation and closeout.

THE GAC APPROACH

One Team. Multiple Architectural Scopes. Coordinated Execution.

Complex architectural packages require coordination across design intent, engineering, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and field installation. GAC brings those conversations together so glazing, façade, metal, railing, and specialty scopes can be managed as coordinated construction packages rather than isolated products.

Preconstruction First

Takeoffs, budgeting, system comparisons, specification review, constructability, alternates, value engineering, and lead-time analysis before fabrication begins.

Technical Coordination

Shop drawings, engineering requirements, product approvals, attachment conditions, surrounding construction, and system interfaces coordinated with the project team.

Field Accountability

Schedule-driven procurement, delivery planning, staging, installation coordination, quality-control procedures, punch-list management, and organized closeout.

EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS

Built on Experience. Structured for Accountability.

25+

Years of industry experience supporting architectural glazing and related construction scopes.

CGC1524554

Licensed general contractor supporting coordinated architectural systems and construction execution.

Full Lifecycle

Preconstruction, design assist, procurement, logistics, installation, quality control, and closeout under one project structure.

LEADERSHIP AND CLIENT TEAM

A Team Built Around Construction Execution

GAC combines leadership, estimating, client management, project coordination, and field experience to support builders from early opportunity review through project delivery.

Darren Christian Managing Director at GAC Architectural Systems

Darren Christian

Managing Director

Darren leads GAC with a background that combines corporate discipline and construction experience. A University of Illinois graduate with a BS in Economics, he began his career with Hershey Chocolate USA before moving into construction in downtown Chicago.

Since relocating to Florida, Darren has helped shape GAC into a commercial architectural systems partner focused on glazing, façades, architectural metals, railings, and coordinated project execution.

Alejandro Vargas Managing Partner at GAC Architectural Systems

Alejandro Vargas

Managing Partner

Alejandro brings more than 30 years of commercial and residential construction experience, including window, door, and curtain wall installation on large-scale developments.

He works with architects, general contractors, and developers to support system selection, field coordination, safety, schedule, and quality across complex projects.

Aline Frota Commercial Account Executive at GAC Architectural Systems

Aline Frota

Commercial Account Executive

Aline brings a background in entrepreneurship, sales, and client service. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, she supports commercial developers, general contractors, and architects with responsive communication and disciplined follow-through.

Paula Bennett Commercial Account Executive at GAC Architectural Systems

Paula Bennett

Commercial Account Executive

Paula focuses on strategic client relationships, solution-based sales, and clear coordination. Her approach emphasizes responsiveness, professionalism, and understanding each project team’s objectives before the opportunity moves forward.

Marcus Rivera Commercial Account Executive at GAC Architectural Systems

Marcus Rivera

Commercial Account Executive

Marcus brings more than 15 years supporting developers and contractors on glazing and building-envelope work. His background includes estimating, product sourcing, contract management, and commercial project coordination.

PROJECT SUPPORT TEAM

Estimating, Operations, and Project Coordination

Sofia Delgado Office Manager at GAC Architectural Systems

Sofia Delgado

Office Manager

Sofia supports operations, administration, client communication, and internal workflow across the organization.

Camila Restrepo Commercial Estimator at GAC Architectural Systems

Camila Restrepo

Commercial Estimator

Camila supports commercial bid preparation, material takeoffs, pricing, and estimating coordination for complex project opportunities.

Lucia Torres Estimator at GAC Architectural Systems

Lucía Torres

Estimator

Lucía supports detailed takeoffs, pricing, and proposal development with a focus on technical accuracy and clear project documentation.

Carlos Mendoza Commercial Project Manager at GAC Architectural Systems

Carlos Mendoza

Commercial Project Manager

Carlos brings more than 20 years of commercial construction and glazing experience supporting schedules, permitting, installation, and closeout.

Mateo Rivera Project Manager at GAC Architectural Systems

Mateo Rivera

Project Manager

Mateo brings hands-on construction and glass installation experience with a focus on field coordination, schedule, quality, and closeout.

INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT

Connected to the Construction Community

GAC participates in industry organizations that connect contractors, construction executives, and project leaders around professional standards, advocacy, education, and the continued development of the construction industry.

Associated Builders and ContractorsConstruction Executives Association
OUR MISSION

Deliver Coordinated Systems With Discipline

GAC delivers architectural glazing, façades, metals, railings, and specialty systems with a focus on constructability, performance, schedule, quality, and accountability. We work with builders and design teams to bring complex architectural scopes from early planning through final completion.

OUR VISION

Be the Contractor Project Teams Call Early

Our goal is to be a trusted architectural systems contractor for demanding commercial and luxury construction, known for technical coordination, strong manufacturer relationships, disciplined project delivery, and value created before material is ordered.

Planning a Complex Architectural Package

Send GAC the plans, specifications, project stage, and anticipated scope. Our team can review the opportunity, identify the relevant systems, and determine the appropriate next step for preconstruction or bid review.