Our History
McKinney Masonry, LLC is built on a multigenerational legacy of craftsmanship, integrity, and dedication to the masonry trade.
The McKinney family’s story began in the late 1940s when George McKinney emigrated from Scotland to the United States as a young stonemason. After settling in Ithaca, New York, George helped build several buildings at Cornell University. He later served as a foreman on prominent masonry projects throughout Central New York, from Ithaca to Syracuse.
George passed his knowledge and commitment to quality workmanship to his sons—Mike, Ross, and Alan—who spent years working alongside him to develop their skills. Mike McKinney earned a degree in architecture and oversaw the construction of several notable commercial projects, including NBT Bank Stadium and Syracuse University’s School of Management building.
Continuing the family tradition, Mike introduced his son, Scott, to masonry early on. Through years of hands-on experience and his father's guidance, Scott gained not only technical expertise but also a deep understanding of leadership, planning, and pride in workmanship. He later graduated at the top of his class in masonry management and continued to build his industry knowledge.
In 2014, Scott founded McKinney Masonry, LLC and began building the company from the ground up. Guided by his vision, determination, and work ethic—and strengthened by the knowledge and experience his father passed down—Scott turned his training into an independent masonry business.
The company’s growth and success have also been made possible by its dedicated team. Their skill, hard work, and commitment to quality have helped McKinney Masonry earn clients' trust and build a strong reputation, one project at a time. Scott’s leadership, his father’s guidance, and the team's combined efforts remain central to the company’s continued success.
Today, McKinney Masonry blends generations of proven craftsmanship with the entrepreneurial spirit Scott built the company on. Together, the team remains committed to exceptional workmanship, dependable service, and pride in every project.