Jack B. Commander, Jr.
3750 Lower Union Road
Orlando, Florida 32814
(407) 432-5146
Professional Objective
Experienced program & project management professional, with engineering and business degrees, seeks an opportunity where I can fully utilize my technical and business experience and skills.
Professional Achievements & Experience
Developed and managed facility materials purchasing programs totaling $7 million for the Central Florida YMCA which resulted in 10% cost savings for the Association.
All Central Florida YMCA development projects were successfully completed at or below established budgets and turned over to the Owner on or before their scheduled completion dates; saving the Association lost operating revenue.
Responsible for program and construction management of various multi-million dollar projects,
ranging to $150 million. Conduct pre-bid conferences and project meetings, award and negotiate contracts, establish and oversee projects budgets and schedules, establish manpower requirements consistent with budgets and schedules, ensure the work product complies with contract requirements and documents, manage general and specialty contractors day to day and on-site, oversee project completion, and contract close out.
Responsibilities include project management and oversight of design and construction of heavily themed buildings, hotels, restaurants, retail stores, schools, conventional buildings, and other facilities, while protecting the brand integrity of the product.
Civil and environmental engineering design projects include contract negotiations, design calculations, production of contract drawings and technical specifications, establishment of project budgets and schedules, and the procurement of permits required by governing authorities.
Proficient in managing the expectations of clients, consultants, contractors, governing agencies, and vendors.
Responsible for monthly presentations to upper management, volunteer groups, and internal project groups regarding project status including budgets, schedules, manpower projections, and current and potential issues and challenges.
Responsible for marketing efforts including oral, written, and electronic presentations to clients, prospective clients, and government authorities.
Experienced and proficient in working with diverse, multicultural colleagues and clients in both English and Spanish.
Professional experience includes domestic and international projects.
Professional Qualifications
Certified General Contractor Florida
Pursuing Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Bi-lingual English/Spanish Fluent in oral and written communication
Adept at maintaining an exceptional rate of productivity, accuracy, and efficiency
Extremely organized and proficient with details
Proficient with MS Office, MS Project, and Data Base applications
Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Society of Hispanic Engineers
Recent Project List
Central Florida YMCA:
Avalon Park YMCA Family Center, Wayne Densch YMCA Family Center, Dr. Phillips YMCA Family Center, Downtown YMCA Family Center, Roper YMCA Family Center
Commander Management, Inc.:
Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort Expansion
The Avenues at Westchase and Hunters Creek Retail Shoppes
Hard Rock Caf: HRC San Juan, HRC New York, and HRC Corporate Office Renovation
Orange County Public Schools: 350,000 square foot Olympia High School
Teng, Inc.:
Orlando International Airport (GOAA): Mid-Crossfield Taxiways and Bridges
Universal Studios Orlando:
Hard Rock Hotel Full service restaurant, poolside bar and restaurant
Portofino Bay Hotel Hotel guest rooms and spaces including retail stores, health spa and fitness center, and guest swimming pool
Themed Waterway and Bridges Connecting the theme parks with the hotels and entertainment complex
Gateway Package Architectural features located at the five entrances to the property
Wayfinding and Signage Package Supporting the internal roadway and parking facilities
Infrastructure and Site Package Supporting the development of the theme parks, hotels, restaurant and entertainment complex, parking structures, and roadways
Recent Employment History
Oct 2006 Present:Central Florida YMCA VP of Development & Facilities
Mar 2004 Oct 2006:Commander Management, Inc. Owner & President
Apr 2000 Mar 2004:Teng, Inc. Project Manager
Dec 1995 Mar 2000:Universal Studios Orlando Project Manager
Education
B.S.E. Civil Engineering, 1981 - University of Central Florida
B.S.B.A. Finance and Marketing (Honors), 1994 - Florida Southern College
Financial Planning Certificate - Florida State University
Personal
Two children, U.S. citizen, excellent health
Active fund raiser for Lake Highland Preparatory School
Hobbies include biking, fishing, reading, exercise and physical training
References
Available upon request
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