Jack McCann Company
For over 30 years Jack McCann Company has played a major role in the land development of south King County. In the first 20 years the company specialized in site development for office buildings, industrial parks, golf courses and residential sub-divisions. In 1994 Jack McCann Company changed its focus to residential land development purchasing over 1000 acres of vacant land in King County. Employing thorough and meticulous planning the company continues to create a large number of unique residential lots.
Our firm is a progressive, future-focused, family-owned business that is at the cutting edge of the land development industry. Over the years, our high level of integrity and dedication has made us one of the most respected leaders among the land developers and creators of residential lots in the Puget Sound area. Our experience in ground preparation gives us a decided advantage over other land developers in that we are able to visualize property options and project costs with greater accuracy. We have weathered many economic cycles in the area and our financial strength allows us to act quickly without waiting for bank approval. Our compact and efficient organization allows for personal involvement of either Jack or Jeff McCann further allowing us to act rapidly in this fast paced land development industry.
We at Jack McCann Company are aware that our commitment to strong, enduring relationships forms the basis of our success. We maintain a continuity of management and dedication to principles seldom found in land development firms. We have a reputation of being fair and efficient as well as knowledgeable.
Our experience, expertise and uncommon characteristics are ideally suited to meet the challenges of the vacant land market. Always visionary, we anticipate trends well ahead of the curve and we have the ability to act quickly and decisively.
Jack McCann
President & Founder
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John K. (Jack) McCann is the founder of Jack McCann Company. Jack began his career in the family trucking and excavating business in 1968. In 1974 Jack formed his own company specializing in commercial and industrial site development in Western Washington. The Company concentrated their efforts on the development of shopping centers and industrial parks, including much of the construction of the Paine Field facility for Boeing in Everett. In 1994, Jack semi-retired and focused his business interest in the development of residential property. Under his direction the company purchased over 1000 acres of raw land and developed it into residential properties. This effort continues today under Jack’s son Jeff’s supervision.
Community involvement and supporting Catholic education has always been Jack’s highest priority. He presently serves on the Board of Trustees at Gonzaga University; is Chairman of the Investment (Endowment) Committee; and also serves on both the Athletic and Long Term Planning committee. He is a member of the Archdiocese of Seattle Crozier Society and a member of Legatus International.
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During the early 1990’s Jack was instrumental in forming Emerald Association and served as CEO. Emerald was a non-profit association responsible for saving the thoroughbred farms and racing in the State of Washington, a hundred million dollar industry.
Jack and his wife Mary continue to be actively involved in programs that benefit youth. They devoted 12 years to the building of one of the most successful youth retreat programs in the Northwest. In addition, their support of youth athletics, led to their involvement with Catholic Youth Organization for the past 18 years. After having an autistic grandchild, Jack and Mary have been involved in the Autism Program at the University of Washington.
Among their many accomplishments, Jack and his wife Mary have received numerous awards for community involvement including an award for Stewardship from the Crozier Society; Recognition of leadership in Catholic Education by the Fulcrum Foundation; and special recognition by Catholic Community Services.
Jack received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Seattle University in 1969 and a Masters from the School of Hard Knocks. He and his wife Mary have been married for 38 years and have seven children and ten grandchildren
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Jeff McCann
Project & Operations Manager
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Following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, Jeff McCann entered
the “dirt business” at an early age. He began his career at the age of 12
operating heavy equipment for the family company. He continued working in the
business through college while earning a degree in Building Construction from
the University of Washington in 1994 After graduating, Jeff accepted a job offer from Thomas Construction where he
worked as an Engineer and Project Estimator. While working full time he also
became a licensed Real Estate Agent and went back to school in the evenings to
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In 1996 Jeff, rejoined the family business and changed his focus from
Construction Management to Real Estate Development. Using his background
as a Real Estate Agent and Construction Manager, Jeff took over the land
acquisition, development and sales of projects for Jack McCann Company.
Since that time Jack McCann Company has closed on more property than almost any
other development company in the Puget Sound area.
In 2000, Jeff completed his advanced degree and became one of the first
individuals to earn a Masters in Construction Management from the University of
Washington. In 2005, Jeff affiliated his real estate license with Skyline
Properties, Inc. and now focuses his efforts as a Land Specialist.
In his spare time Jeff is an avid outdoor enthusiast. In 2002, Jeff served
as Team Captain for Washington Adventure Racing (Team WAR). Team WAR completed
some of the world’s toughest adventure races, including the Eco Challenge in
Fiji where his team finished in the top 20 in the world. Jeff has also served
as a Steering Committee member for the Friends of Rock Creek Valley (FRCV).
The FRCV works in conjunction with public and private groups to protect natural
resources in the valley and to expand trails for public use.
Jeff is a lifetime Washington resident and lives in Maple Valley with his
wife and two daughters.
Personal Highlights
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