Michael Taylor
MELBOURNE,Florida
Summary
Dynamic construction leader with extensive experience at Wharton Smith Construction Group, excelling in project management and regulatory compliance. Proven ability in conflict resolution and team leadership, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Wharton Smith Construction Group
Sanford, Florida
03.2020 - Current
- Supervised construction processes from initial planning to project completion, managing budgets from $100,000 to $93 million.
- Successfully completed a new middle school campus for Brevard County Public Schools, comprising three buildings totaling 135,000 sq. ft., featuring an exterior running track, soccer field, and basketball courts on 30 acres.
- Executed interior and exterior remodeling projects across Brevard School campus.
Completed HVAC replacements to enhance energy efficiency.
Upgraded electrical systems to meet safety standards.
Replaced plumbing fixtures to improve functionality.
Installed finishes to elevate overall aesthetic appeal. - Currently overseeing development of a K-8 school campus for St. Lucie County Schools, consisting of six buildings totaling 243,065 sq. ft., including an exterior basketball court, covered play area, and playground on 28 acres.
- Facilitated regular meetings with contractors and subcontractors to assess progress and resolve issues efficiently.
- Completed OSHA 30-hour course; enforced job-site safety regulations to protect all personnel.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes by coordinating closely with city and county inspectors at project initiation.
- Provided technical support to trades personnel during product and system installations.
- Maintained regular communication with management team to ensure accurate organizational information flow.
President/Chief Operations Officer
Taylor Construction Services
MELBOURNE, Florida
08.2001 - 03.2020
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors services and materials to meet customers budget.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members by listening attentively and providing constructive feedback.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, owners representatives or others involved in the construction process as needed.
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Brevard Community Collage
Melbourne, FL04-2000
High School Diploma -
Eau Gallie High School
Melbourne, FL05-1998
Skills
- Project management
- Construction scheduling and management
- Regulatory compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Quality assurance
- Scheduling coordination
- Leadership and vision
- Site safety management
- Commercial construction experience
- Material procurement
Timeline
Superintendent
Wharton Smith Construction Group
03.2020 - Current
President/Chief Operations Officer
Taylor Construction Services
08.2001 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts -
Brevard Community Collage
High School Diploma -
Eau Gallie High School
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