Preston Taylor

Experience

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  Resident Hall Council, Tingelstad Hall

  Aug 2009 - May 2011

  President

  Created agenda for weekly RHC meetingsCollaborated with student leaders to plan events for hall community ranging from 15 people-400 peopleWorked with hall budget of $15,000

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  MultiMedia Services

  Aug 2009 - Oct 2010

  Media Technician

  – Provided customer service at front desk to facilitate a knowledgeable and welcoming environment– Worked with event correspondents to create seamless events and multimedia productions– Kept inventory of electronic/audio/visual equipment to increase productivity– Controlled audio/visual equipment, making finessed adjustments to balance acoustics to host’s standards

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  Luther Heights Camps

  Apr 2010 - Sept 2011

  Camp Counselor

  Lead and guided student groups grades 1st-12thFacilitated off site programs such as canon trips, day camps and other outdoor retreatsEffectively summarized and delivered complex information during large and small group

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  Luther Heights Camp

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Maintenance Supervisor

  – Oversaw and constructed four cabin extensions using on-site reclaimed timbers to lessen carbon footprint– Assessed and determined daily project priorities to skillfully manage time and resources– Led and advised volunteer construction teams to utilize specific skills and maximize expertise

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  Crowne Expo

  Sept 2012 - Jul 2014

  Assistant Project Manager

  – Oriented teams towards high priority tasks to execute event set-ups punctually– Divided multi-variable projects for individuals to work smoothly– Followed blueprints as well as added extra features upon customer's requests– Lead team (4 to 10 people) to construct event spaces of 150 sq. ft. to 20,000 sq. ft.– Executed projects with professionalism and flexibility to exceed customer’s satisfaction

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  GNS Builders

  Jul 2013 - Dec 2013

  Framing Carpenter

  – Framed homes to learn foundational construction skills necessary for in-depth building knowledge – Learned on-site skills such as blue print reading, correct tool use and window installation – Took direction and worked independently to finish projects before deadlines

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  Dietrich Homes

  Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

  Construction Apprentice

  – Installed final construction finishes in high-end homes to expand my personal building education – Maintained healthy Indoor Environmental Quality to create a safe & fresh work area– Employed low VOC products to sand, stain and seal windows and doors to create a non-toxic environment– Worked in a three person team to complete simultaneous tasks

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  Allen Construction

  Sept 2014 - now

  Experience with projects ranging from $50K - $5M- Oversees projects and reviews budgets to ensure profitability and efficiency- Collaborates and maintains a positive relationship with all project stakeholder, including clients- Tracks schedule and scope of work to identify deviations and create contract change orders- Handles day to day project administration including: processing Trade AFP, CLR and ULR, timecards and material invoices- Coordinates sub-contractors and schedules county, city and deputy inspections- Maintains project transparency thorough weekly progress reports - Compiles close out binder data: specs, approved submittals, project photos and red lined as-builts Show less - Coordinates and schedules in-house framing and finish carpenters and concrete workers, forecasting three week of project request- Contacts superintendents and project managers to identify scope of tasks to be performed, decide which worker would be best and procures and furnishes material- Reviews final costs of project and presents to division managers- Responsible for maintenance schedule/log of company fleet and repair of equipment - Maintains and organizes inventory and stock material including ordering essential materials from vendors Show less

  • Project Manager

    Oct 2018 - now

  • Field Operations Coordinator

    Oct 2018 - now

  • Project Engineer

    Jan 2016 - Oct 2018

  • Project Planner

    Jun 2015 - Jan 2016

  • Production Assistant, Energy Division

    Sept 2014 - Jan 2016