The JMA Perspective: Celebrating Excellence Jerel McCants Architecture (JMA) has proudly earned its place among the best architectural firms in Tampa, Florida. Our journey has been marked by our steadfast commitment to innovative solutions to intricate challenges...
Jerel McCants founder Jerel McCants was recently featured in a The Manual article along with Valery Augustin, Samantha Josaphat, and Susan Nwankpa Gillespie. You can read the article here or at the link below....
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Both are professionals that want to do a good job for their clients. When issues arise during a construction project people start pointing fingers. Architects are hired to create architectural designs for a client's project and turns those designs into blueprints. In...
Why are architecture blueprints important? For centuries, about 12,000 year ago, people from every walk of life have contributed to man-made structures as a lasting landmark upon the land. Those structures came in many different forms and were primarily for...
Permitting materializes itself into every construction project, regardless of size and scope. This fiendish criminal can take over a project and grow it into a monstrous ordeal that can wreak havoc on the inexperienced lay person, unfamiliar with the design and...
From conceptualization to execution, we're dedicated to delivering architectural excellence that aligns with your vision.
Eduardo Olarte
Project Manager
Mr. Olarte is a native of Colombia and has over 16 years of experience in interior design, architecture, light design, project management and client relations in his home country and the United States. He exhibits a strong ability to create unique and innovative spaces while looking to understand specific client needs. He is also highly skilled in many drafting and rendering software including motion graphics. Photography is another passion and ability to his skill set.
Eric Del Monte
Project Manager
Eric is a native of Miami, Florida and is a graduate of Miami Dade College and the University of South Florida with a Masters in Architecture. He contributes his knowledge in Revit, CADD, Lumion, Twin Motion and other 3D modeling software. Fluent in Spanish and English to provide services to a greater public to meet outreach goals to our community.
Terry Miller
Construction Administrator
Mr. Terry T. Miller brings over 34 years in architecture and construction, that ranged from project designer to project architect within architectural firms in the Tampa Bay area. His work experience includes all phases, from project inception through project completion and close-out. His extensive previous experience in the construction industry has proven to be invaluable in understanding the architectural and construction process in delivering the built environment.
Terryโs main area of responsibility within the firm is in management/oversight which includes: Coordination and directing practice efforts in design, technical specifications and construction administration. He provides his extensive experience and skill set in the solution and problem solving skills of what it takes to deliver the built environment in an efficient, value-added, and pragmatic manner.
Manuel Alvarino
Project Manager II
Mr. Manuel is a native of Cuba and has lived in the United States for over 10 years. He has worked as an intern while in Cuba before coming to the U.S. to further his education. Currently, he is enrolled in Architectural Studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Manuel has an extensive range of experience in commercial renovation and residential. He has a multitude of experience in computer rendering and modeling with an advanced knowledge of multiple graphic software platforms. His abilities has added an extra dimension to our office environment.
Safoura Kazemilari
Project Manager I
Safoura has ten years of experience working for the City of Shiraz, Iran as the Urban Beautification Department Head. While at this position she lead multi-disciplinary professionals to produce federally funded projects throughout the City. Once is the United States, she carried her knowledge to various firms providing public/ private design and coordination services. We are excited to have her unquie skill set contribute to our expanding client base.
Ada Padilla
Office Administrator
Ada has over 30 yearsโ experience in office management/ administration and human resources and has a degree in accounting. Her responsibilities have covered areas of business operations regarding payroll, bookkeeping, account reconciliation, customer services and vendor relations.
She has worked for various companies in the design and construction fields which has proven to be a valuable skill set when working with industry professionals. Her management of staff and involvement in day-to-day tasks improve our proficiency and response to better serve our clients and consultants.
Adaโs expanded responsibilities covers contract agreements, business development and outreach in the community to promote the firmโs vision and mission statement to enhance our impact into the greater Tampa Bay area and beyond.
Principal-In-Charge
Mr. Jerel McCants established Jerel McCants Architecture, Inc. in 2009. Mr. McCants has experience in many building types including Municipal, Educational, High-rise condominiums, Cultural and Residential.
Mr. McCants mission is to contribute to innovative architectural design and construction methods to residential and commercial markets as a Managing Principal based on his ability to direct staff members and communicate effectively with clients and contractors.
Mr. McCants believes that design is an action that is expressed: an act of many different disciplines uniting in a common cause which he terms โResponsive Architectureโ. His mix of small, medium and large (S,M,L) projects has allowed him to maintain a steady firm standing and consistent viability in the global marketplace.
