Kelsie Taylor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Construction Operations Manager

  • Education

    • Te awamutu college

      2008 - 2010
      Ncea level 3 with university entrance

      Activities and Societies: Senior Band, Senior Jazz Band, Peer Mentoring, Debating, Coaching Junior Netball. I achieved level 3 NCEA by taking English, Mathematics with Statistics, Science, Geography and Beginners Information Technology.1st in subject for Beginners Information Technology

  • Experience

    • Subway

      Dec 2011 - Feb 2014
      Sandwich artist
    • Europacific / pirongia service station

      Mar 2013 - Nov 2013
      Office administrator
    • New zealand couriers

      Feb 2014 - Aug 2014

      • Account management of existing customers• Cold calling to gain potential business• Maintain customer records• Providing assistance to the field reps through booking appointments and creating proposals• Gain market knowledge of competitors and identify business to be gained• Carry out required reporting • Conversing with customers via phone• Booking courier pick-ups• Inputting ticket orders• Reverse logistics (item returns –e.g. wine and toners)• Tracking items• Organising ‘special’ pick-ups and deliveries (medical, heavy items etc.)• Re-labeling ‘card lefts’• Investigating un-deliverable freight• Despatch and unallocated bookings• Lodging investigations into missing/damaged/late freight

      • New Business Telesales Representative

        Apr 2014 - Aug 2014
      • Customer Service Representative/Dispatch

        Feb 2014 - Apr 2014
    • Hirepool

      Aug 2014 - Jan 2017
      Customer service representative

      • Managed the financial administration for the business including branch forecasting, debtors, and creditors• Performed asset management and coordination tasks for events such as V8 Supercars, Regional & National Fieldays, Cricket & Soccer World Cups • Liaised and coordinated with external suppliers• Conducted staff training both locally and nationally, and provided cover for staff throughout the company across various businesses• Coordinated and executed theme concepts for various publications including NZ Weddings Magazine, Bride & Groom Magazine, She Said Yes, and Oh! Such Style Show less

    • Classic builders

      Feb 2017 - May 2024

      • Accurately capturing, forecasting, and scheduling the construction workflow for the Waikato region on multiple live platforms• Managing three direct reports who are responsible for client communication, selections and build administration to ensure builds run smoothly and with an exceptional client experience • Providing support to the regions sales and operations teams• Managing the remedial processes for the region• Creating & overseeing the regions House & Land packages• Sourcing land opportunities for development• Developing and maintaining strong positive relationships with key stakeholders including 11 district councils, suppliers, contractors, and clients• Coordinating and advising on various developments within the company including remedial management, subcontractor engagement, performance management and continuous improvement. Show less • Development and management of House and Land Packages (scheme/design management, creation of Building Specifications, acquisition of kitchen, landscaping, drainage and heat pump quotes & layouts, management of marketing information incl flyers, subdivision maps, websites & trademe listings)• Management of remedial work (logging, tracking and subsequent reporting of all remedial maintenance work) • Regional support and document co-ordination for Health & Safety, Accounts Payable & Receivable.• Regional support of Sales, Construction, Senior Management & Marketing teams. • Project support & co-ordination (administration support for Bupa Te Rapa project, Classic Builders Annual Golf Tournament) Show less • Data entry and administrative support for Colour department • Management and entry of purchase orders• Organisation of Health & Safety Documents and Construction information for all builds• Entry and co-ordination of Compliance documents (Records of Work, Memorandums, Producer Statements, Warranties)• Sales support (creation of variations to contract documents, data entry of client leads)• Handover packs (compilation of producer statements & warranties, required keys & remotes, property specific information packs for settlement and handover of all builds)• Miscellanous office duties Show less

      • Build Support Manager

        Jan 2020 - May 2024
      • Building Coordinator

        Jun 2018 - Jan 2020
      • Administration Coordinator

        Feb 2017 - Jun 2018
    • Lockerbie estate

      May 2024 - now
      Construction operations manager

      Growing the existing Lockerbie Estate brand into launching and managing a residential construction business for delivery of the remainder of the development as well as Lockerbie Retirement Village.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Level 1 site traffic management supervisor

      Nz transport agency
      Apr 2016
    • Level 1 traffic controller

      Nz transport agency
      Mar 2016
    • Forklift operator certificate

      Ab equipment
      Nov 2015
    • First aid - level 1

      St john new zealand
      Apr 2016
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kelsie Taylor
      The Innovation Award Classic Builders Mar 2020 I received the 2019/20 Innovation Award for redesigning the client communication process during the build journey. After identifying frequent delays and miscommunication affecting client experience and build timelines, I led the development of a new framework that clarified expectations, improved transparency, and introduced more proactive, structured touchpoints between the client and internal teams.The result was a measurable reduction in client-related variations and improved build… Show more I received the 2019/20 Innovation Award for redesigning the client communication process during the build journey. After identifying frequent delays and miscommunication affecting client experience and build timelines, I led the development of a new framework that clarified expectations, improved transparency, and introduced more proactive, structured touchpoints between the client and internal teams.The result was a measurable reduction in client-related variations and improved build flow, while significantly enhancing customer satisfaction. As a result of its success, this model was adopted as a national standard across Classic Builders' regional teams. Show less
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Event Coordinator

      Issued by Kids in Need Waikato on Jun 2025
      Kids in Need WaikatoAssociated with Kelsie Taylor
    • Committee Member

      Issued by National Association of Women in Construction NZ - NAWIC on Mar 2020
      National Association of Women in Construction NZ - NAWICAssociated with Kelsie Taylor
    • Casual Volunteer

      Issued by Kids in Need Waikato on Jul 2020
      Kids in Need WaikatoAssociated with Kelsie Taylor
    • Street Appeal Fundraiser

      Issued by New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation on Jan 2007
      New Zealand Breast Cancer FoundationAssociated with Kelsie Taylor