1. Jerry Climan
6010 Cavendish Blvd. Suite 104, Cote St. Luc, Que. H4W 2Y2
514-481-9399 (hm) 514-262-3334 (cell) jcliman@hotmail.com
LANGUAGES: English and French
COMPUTER SKILLS: Windows, Word, Excel, Internet, Photoshop, Yardi
Objective
To apply my many years of experience in the Real Estate field and the various attributes I have attained. I am known for
my logic, “out of the box” solutions, creativity, all with the view to promote greater profitability and service. My
organizational skill set is well honed to create the best leadership model as possible.
Personal Evaluation
I am a bilingual University trained Professional with extensive experience in almost all facets of Real Estate, from
management of residential and commercial properties to senior citizen facilities.
My peers would describe me as a consummate professional, detail oriented, can work autonomously or in a team setting
and accomplish the tasks that are required of me. I am determined, goal orientated, proactive and enjoy the “the art of the
challenge”.
PROFILE
Proficiency in all types of Property and Residence related management, including Senior Citizens Residences,
Government Assisted, Autonomous, and Assisted Living
Extensive experience in the fields of Business and Product Development
In-depth experience and knowledge in the field of Real Estate Management
Proficiency in bringing concepts and Projects to fruition
Proficient in renovations and contractual agreements
Recipient of the T.I.P.T.A. Award ( The Innovative Product Award) from the Toronto Construction Association
Vice President operations at Monit Management
Proficient in Yardi
V.P. Board of Directors at Luxor Condominium
Assisted in creation of Capital budgets
Capital improvements
Experience in Residential property management, Commercial property management, Condominiums
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
President
Climan Management & Renovations Inc.. Montreal, QC 2006-present
Trams Management 2017-2018
Director Property Management-Condominiums
Responsibilities included the control of 10 buildings 389 units
Attended quarterly meetings as well as AGM’s
Rectified situations in a number of buildings that could not be accomplished by 6 previous managers in almost 2
years and was all successfully accomplished within 6 weeks
Provided Reports to the president of trams
Responsible with the Accounting dept. to produce Budgets
Organized Maintenance and negotiated Contracts for all critical aspects.
Ensured all safety protocols
Demonstrated efficiency and knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems and best methods of repair
and over watch
Ensured the collection of Condo fees and checks that required signatures of various Boards
2. Presidential condominiums 2017
Director property Management
Supervised daily operations and maintenance
Supervised garage renovations
Planned esthetic renewal of pool and lobby area
Prepared Budget to replace 6 elevators over a 5 year period
Controlled and instituted new procedures for a maintenance crew of 8 people
Negotiated with sub trades on Work packages and Maintenance contracts as well as Emergency services
Produced monthly reports and assisted in Budgeting
Manhattan condominium 2016
Negotiated with City of Montreal to effect repairs that were the result of Cities street maintenance program
Supervised staff of 4 maintenance people
Instituted new method of tracking work progress
Negotiated new maintenance Contracts with HVAC company, Boiler company, Electrical company and various
products
Did monthly collections of Condo fees and deposits
Interacted with Board of directors and attended not only scheduled meetings but impromptu ones as well
Supervised all major construction work and Condo renovations.
Prepared move in-move out schedules when necessary
Triad Management Services 2015
Marketing and Sales Manager – Sales of properties and Target Markets
Rented 4,000,000 sq.ft of Industrial Property
Rented 120,000 sq. ft. Commercial Property
4 month Contract with Compensation Package attached
Established Target Markets and Incentives Program
Contract extended another 4 months as response to new Programs were well received and was overwhelming
Increased occupancy rate by 60%
MetCap Living 2015
Engaged on a 6 month Contract
Repositioned company with the Cities of St. Laurent and Montreal to conform to Cities expectations
Engaged in renovations of Suites and Envelopes of Properties
Interacted with Cities and Tenants to effect mutual satisfaction related to standards of living
Issued Purchase Orders and various Reporting procedures using Yardi Programs
Worked with Cities to ascertain various Permits for new Garbage facilities for Tenants
Instituted Reporting systems and Budgets for various Capital works and modifications where called for
Reported directly to H.O. Toronto V.P. Operations and President
Assisted in creation of Capital Budgets
Reconciliation of CAM /Operating Costa
Epic Quebec Inc. (replacement Contract-Senior Property Manager) 2014
Leasehold improvement portfolio
Directed daily operations of Property Management Team
Created Lease Amendments, Lease Renewals, Lease Extensions-Negotiated Terms
Monitored various renovations to bring in an “on time, on budget” schedule
Interacted with Tenants and third Party Stakeholders via Reports and weekly Conference Calls that I moderated
Increased Opex Rates in newly acquired Properties whose Rates did not substantiate costs
Responsible for 5 large Commercial and Industrial properties and their maintenance (550,000 sq. ft.)
Managed estoppels and Lease Files
Negotiated Maintenance Contracts with various Sub-Trades and qualified them
3. Caldwell Residences 2014
Responsible for 650 Units in 4 high rise buildings
Directed a Staff of 13 including Building Supervisors, renovations, Administration
Responsibilities included daily operations, interacting with tenants of senior age in an Government Assisted Living
Residence
Instituted critical and strategic amendments to infrastructure to achieve higher and more efficient performance
Negotiated more economically viable maintenance contracts for elevator systems, Boiler systems and HVAC
systems to improve quality of life for tenants, and to insure properly functioning systems
Identified deficiencies that required consideration for future improvement with plausible budgets
Instituted timelines and budgets for said renovations so as to minimize tenant inconveniences
Increased knowledge and expertise of Building Supervisors through Courses from Electricians to Plumbing to
minimize the use of external Trades
Approved all necessary work Orders, and assigned to Supervisors Work to be done in tenants apartments with a
Tracking system with tenants approval signed on a Time/Work Order checklist
Instituted renovation projects in $50,000 - $2,000,000+ range
Client list includes: TransGlobe Properties, TimberCreek Management, Shawa Enterprises,
Cogeim Management, Tidan Real Estate Management, Cogir Real Estate Management.
Conducted renovations on various Projects, ranging from high rise Common Area renovations in Commercial and
Residential buildings, to Shopping Malls
Organized, selected, and negotiated various Contracts with both Sub-Trades and general Contractors.
Coordinated all “Work Packages” with the various Teams
Notified Client by Reports and Schedules provided as Milestone guidelines
Sought on an ongoing basis to bring the Projects in on time or earlier, on Budget or less.
Managed all Site Meetings as required to insure understanding among all Trades and Sub-Trades
Worked primarily with Asset Managers and General Contractors
Logistics Superviser
Institute National du Sportive (Olympic Stadium) Montréal, QC 2012
Responsible for relocating four aquatic teams to temporary pools
Negotiated contracts
Located temporary offices for administration staff
Identified all equipment, inclusive of office and training
Implemented renovations at temporary locations to suit requirements of four diverse groups
Planned and produced timelines and schedules for each four phases
Organized all logistics for moving companies, storage facilities, etc.
ADDENDUM:
V.P. Board of Directors at Luxor Condominium 2008-2010
Responsible for all Co-owner interface
Tracked all work related “Packages” that Management company mandated to effect. Tracked all Payables &
Receivables
Reported bi-monthly through email to all Co-Owners of progress or deficiencies
Held monthly meetings to have Forum wherein all Co-Owners could voice their thoughts
Met with Management company for weekly concerns, updates and daily duties
Director of Operations
Résidence Notre Dame de la Victoire Montreal, QC 2005 - 2011
Carried out the redevelopment of the entire residence
Oversaw all daily operations
Validated residence to conform to C.L.S.C. governmental standards and revived accreditations
Instituted new systems to efficiently control and schedule all nurse-related activities
4. Filled all vacancies to bring residence to profitability. Results saved 22% in overhead costs
Organized new renovations to attract new tenants
Increased “full occupancy” rate from 20% to 0%, over nine month period
Secured all necessary certifications
Instituted new dietary requirements for occupants, especially for Alzheimer patients
Helped residence to received recognition in local newspaper (Courrier Rive Sud)
Enabled a significant 20%-26% R.O.I. for investors
Jerry Climan (Professional Work Experience, con’t)
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Operations Manager
LRM Management Inc. Montreal, QC 2001- 2005
Organized Purchasing Procedures
Organized work force of in-house personnel for apartment and main building renovations
Supervised 71 Residential Unit Concierges on day-to-day activities
Organized systems controls and R.O.I. programs over a 3-5 year plan
Negotiated Work packages with sub-trades with usually three quotes per contract
Instituted many innovated control systems, under challenging budgetary constraints
Assistant Project Manager 2000 - 2001
Rosdev Management Inc. Montreal, QC
Negotiated various sub-contracts
Supervised broad range of work packages
Carried out follow ups on schedule and revised when necessary
Produced daily activity reports
Re-built Holiday Inn-Cote de Liesse, under budget and according to time schedule
Saved $150,000.00 on restructuring cost
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (prior to 2000)
Asset Manager
Norval Properties Inc. Montreal, QC
Managed 5 high rise commercial/residential buildings with 700 doors
Responsible for daily maintenance and well-being of tenants
Maintained and supervised a working staff of 6 employees
Negotiated leases
Maintained detailed files on all tenants (re: complaints, repairs, Régie du logement issue, etc.)
Responsible for “house hold Improvements”
Renovated common areas and Lobbies, over several years
Negotiated contracts with various sub-trades for building maintenance (ie. A/C, Boilers, etc.)
Increased R.O.I. by implementing cost-cutting methods and maintaining high occupancy levels
Increased visibility of the assets when necessary, through a variety of creative advertising methods
Produced Budgets for immediate and long term household improvements
Vice President of Operations
Monit Management Inc. Montreal, QC
Hired “in-house” H.V.A.C., Electrician, and Plumbing specialists, solely for Monit buildings
Established system of Inventory control and dispatch scheduling
Responsible for the timely maintenance and renovations of 60+ propertie
Scheduled all renovations and created budget analysis for each property
Negotiated contracts with sub-trades, as necessary