Building on our strong foundation to carry us into the future
Since 1989, J. Raymond Construction Corp. has been a reliable partner for construction needs across the Southeastern United States. Our company's foundation and success have been built The R.I.G.H.T Way, guiding our approach toward serving clients.
Over three decades since out start, J. Raymond’s founders John Raymond Sofarelli and Russ Suddeth have ensured that the next generation of leadership will provide the same outstanding service and commitment to these core values.
J. Raymond is proud to announce that Jon Roemer and Dan Cramer have been appointed Principals of the company.
As Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jon Roemer will oversee the company's preconstruction and estimating services, while Dan Cramer, President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), will be responsible for overseeing construction operations.
Our founders, John and Russ, will continue to assist the J. Raymond team with ongoing development and strategic initiatives.
We’re also pleased to announce that Tom Borgia, Scott Mellen, and Adam Spiewak are now Partners within the organization and remain an integral part of the leadership team.
With this strong team in place, the J. Raymond legacy will continue to exceed client expectations as we look forward to serving the next generation.
We Build The R.I.G.H.T Way for our Clients!
J. Raymond Construction Corporation was founded by John Sofarelli in 1988 based on the core values of respect, golden rule, integrity, humility, and trust.
J. Raymond is a leader in the construction industry. Our company's commitment to doing things The R.I.G.H.T. Way – with Respect, Integrity, the Golden rule, Humility, and Trust - form the bedrock of our family culture and enable our employees to reach their full potential.
These values are not only fundamental to our success as a company, but also to the standards our clients expect from us. We strive for excellence at every stage of a project, from concept to closeout.
Our core values serve as guiding principles in our employee’s personal and professional lives. We believe that valuing employees is fundamental to the success of a company, and this is reflected in our success, consistency, and longevity.
Family. Culture.
We guarantee that we will always treat you with respect, work with the highest level of integrity, and treat each client as we would like to be treated.
J. Raymond Construction fosters a culture where employees can reach their full potential. Our family culture is built on our core values of Respect, Integrity, the Golden Rule, Humility, and Trust. These are the standards and values that our clients expect, and they are the values that allow us to achieve excellence from concept to the closeout of each project. Our success, consistency, and longevity all come from how employees are valued. They represent the fundamental principles that employees embody in both their personal and professional interactions.
Strengthening Communities Through Partnerships
At J Raymond, our unwavering dedication to the local community stands as a cornerstone of our company's identity. We take immense pride in our collaborations with nonprofits like Habitat for Humanity and iBuild Central Florida, enabling us to make meaningful contributions towards affordable housing and fostering a deeper understanding of the construction sector. Notably, our partnership with Pathways To Care holds a special place in our hearts, given their commendable work in offering housing services to military veterans. Furthermore, our involvement in high-energy, hands-on meal packaging events reflects our commitment to empowering volunteers to enact tangible change in the ongoing battle against hunger.
Sustainable Construction Partners
Our Commitment to Your Environmental Goals.
J. Raymond Construction understands that many companies are committed to improving energy efficiency and reducing their environmental impact, and we’re dedicated to helping you achieve your sustainability goals. Our team has experience constructing sustainable projects that reduce waste and energy consumption while delivering the highest quality product to our stringent safety standards. Many of our employees are LEED certified, demonstrating our commitment to sustainability and our expertise in sustainable construction practices.
Our Dedication to Safety
J. Raymond Construction prioritizes safety with every project. We’ve implemented strict safety regulations and training programs to minimize the risk of on-site accidents, creating a safe work environment for all employees and subcontractors. We achieve this through leadership, communication, and education. Our employees take part in safety training programs, where they learn to identify and report any potential safety hazards. All of this is part of our goal to eliminate workplace accidents altogether.
Community. Partnerships.
Our commitment to the local community is one of the things we are most proud of as a company. We have been able to partner with nonprofits such as Habit for Humanity and iBuild Central Florida in order to provide affordable housing and to help people learn more about the construction industry. Pathways To Care is another partnership we are extremely proud of, as they provide housing services to military veterans. Our founder, John Sofarelli, is on the board at the University of Florida and is a guest lecturer at the university.
Sustainability. Commitment.
We take sustainability very seriously, and we have embraced the concept in our construction. To our team, sustainability means both the preservation of the environment and the efficient use of resources to ensure the longevity of a project. Sustainable buildings have a positive long term environmental impact, by generating less waste and lowering the consumption of energy resources. Sustainability isn’t a onetime concern—we believe that it needs to be considered in all phases, from design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Many of our J. Raymond Construction employees are LEED certified.
Safety. Commitment.
J. Raymond Construction is committed the providing a safe work environment for our employees and subcontractors. That commitment extends to each and every one of our projects and to every individual who steps foot into one of our buildings. Our priority is to make sure that each project is accident free. In order to ensure the safety of each project, we maintain strident safety regulations and utilize extensive training programs to greatly reduce the potential for hazardous outcomes. "Keeping our team members safe involves leadership and visibility from managers, communication and accountability from employees, and education and guidance to keep everyone updated on the latest safety measures." Each employee needs to be empowered to identify work conditions that could potentially be unsafe. Accidents are preventable, and J. Raymond strives to lower the number of accidents on each project to zero.
Honored and Recognized
