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Matthew A. Taylor

West Lafayette,IN

Summary

I bring a unique blend of hands-on experience and academic knowledge, positioning myself as a valuable asset in the construction industry. Eager to contribute my skills, innovation, and commitment to excellence in construction projects.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Current Employer

Atlas Landscaping
07.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrate strong communication skills by effectively addressing customer concerns and ensuring their needs were met.
  • Collaborate with management companies to ensure work orders were completed in a timely and satisfactory manner.
  • Uphold high safety standards while operating equipment to guarantee a secure work environment.
  • Implemented efficient procedures resulting in improved service efficiency and client satisfaction.

Construction Intern

Toombs Construction
04.2022 - 12.2022
  • Demonstrated proficiency in manual labor, contributing to the successful completion of multiple projects.
  • Utilized project estimation skills addressing the project feasibility and contribute to the company's profitability.
  • Collaborated closely with clients to understand their needs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality renovation projects.

Laborer and Operator

Vanslyke’s Windfarm
09.2018 - 07.2019
  • Implemented schedules to ensure productivity throughout daily activities.
  • Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
  • Operated tractors contributing to the farm's hay manufacturing success.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management Technology

Purdue University - School of Polytechnic Science
12.2023

Skills

  • Results-Driven
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Detail Oriented
  • Strategic Negotiator

Projects

Request For Proposal Response and Presentation (01/2023 - 04/2023), 

CEO of Buffalo Fish Construction where our team of 3 collaborated and created an RFP response that included a detailed schedule, estimate, and set plan for all construction processes for a potential triplex development downtown Lafayette. Utilized technologies such as BlueBeam for the takeoffs and MS Excel for the estimates. 

Business Plan Competition (08/2019 - 12/2019)

Vice President of a five person team where I collaborated to create a business plan process for a student operated on-campus business. Developed a marketing campaign by building a functioning website, google survey, and Instagram account for the company. Developed an estimate entailing the costs associated with selling the product and presented the business plan to investors at the end of the semester. Placed 4th place out of 19 groups.

Timeline

Construction Intern

Toombs Construction
04.2022 - 12.2022

Current Employer

Atlas Landscaping
07.2021 - Current

Laborer and Operator

Vanslyke’s Windfarm
09.2018 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management Technology

Purdue University - School of Polytechnic Science
Matthew A. Taylor