NICKOLAAS TALIESIN BRIGGS
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Resourceful Builder with a proven track record in project management and sustainable building practices. Expert in blueprint interpretation and adept at coordinating diverse teams to meet tight deadlines. Strong communication and problem-solving skills contribute to successful project delivery in both residential and commercial construction settings. Consistently recognized for maintaining high craftsmanship standards while ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
TALIESIN BUILDERS LLC
Iowa City, IA
12.2014 - Current
- General Contractor, Residential/Commercial.
- Specialty custom tile work, including very detailed showers and floors.
- Custom, very detailed, high-end finish carpentry (built-ins, full cabinet and kitchen installs, custom-built cabinets, and furniture).
- Full remodels and new builds.
- Rough electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
- Custom design work.
- Currently registered in Iowa, California.
Superintendent / Foreman
LOOKFAR BUILDERS LLC
Oakland, CA
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Oversee all aspects of projects from start to finish.
- Interpret blueprints, and build to specifications.
- Diagnose, repair, and install new M.E.P.
- Manage, schedule, and work alongside employees and subcontractors alike.
Project manager
DESIGN DRAW BUILD INC
Oakland, CA
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Aquire and compile sub-contractor bids, create initial take-offs / estimates, submit plans and RFIs for residential remodels and new builds in the eastern bay area
- Oversee entire building process from pre-construction to finish
Waterfront director/ Maintenance Director
CAMP UNISTAR
Cass Lake, MN
05.2011 - 09.2014
- Work with a team of other staff members to operate a Unitarian Church camp on Star Island
- Trained lifeguards and managed waterfront scheduling
- Teach boating safety and proper use of motorized and non-motorized boats
- Taught sailing and motorboat driving/ safety
- Tasked with all camp maintenance to fix any issues, Including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical issues that may arise
Owner/ Operator
SOUNDBOARD SKATESHOP INC
Mason City, IA
03.2011 - 05.2014
- Formed LLC for a Retail Skateboard / Apparel shop
- Designed / built indoor extreme sports park and music venue
- Ordered products and managed daily log books and register
Rough Framing Carpenter
HODGE CARPENTRY
Iowa City, IA
- Stick Framing residential houses in the greater Iowa City area
Production Assistant
KIMT NEWS CHANNEL 3
Mason City, IA
- Job during senior year high school
- Rotate between running audio boards, screen graphics and running tapes for the 5 am local news
Commercial Framer
Prowall
Mason City, IA
- Drywall hanging and finishing in a hospital in Iowa Falls, IA.
- Scissor lift operation.
- metal stud framing of walls 20'+ in height
Tiler
Winnebago Industries
Forest City, IA
- Tile installer in 40'+ motor homes in a factor line setting
- Cut tiles and marble to project specifications by using power wet saws and tile cutters.
- Laid out tiles according to design specifications in a neat pattern.
- Determined best tile layout to achieve desired pattern and support timely project completion.
- Sealed finished surfaces to render grout water- and stain-resistant.
- Installed backer boards and waterproofing membranes as necessary.
- Grouted joints between tiles with appropriate grout material.
- Measured, cut and shaped tiles and marble to size.
Education
Completed coursework towards - Building Trades
NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mason City, IA08.2009
High School Diploma -
MASON CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Mason City, IA05.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IASkills
- Lifeguard instructor
- Electrical Systems
- Residential Plumbing
- HVAC system knowledge
- Arc/Flux Welding Experience
- Gas / diesel engine knowledge
- Employee relations
- Infrastructure planning
- Leadership team building
- Budgeting and cost control
- Coaching and mentoring
- Contract negotiation
- Organizational restructuring
- Strategic planning
- Staff management
Certification
- OSHA 30 HR
- California Boaters License
- Lifeguard Instructor for 4 years 2012-2016 (Certification expired)
References
- Steve Schreurs, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design Initiative, Ltd, (612) 840-0778, ssschreurs@comcast.net, Former Management Director
- Ben Joselyn, Camp Director, Camp Unistar, (425) 533-7864, benjoselyn@gmail.com, Former Camp Director
- David Wingate, Owner, Wingate Building, (510) 290-1289, wingatebuilding@gmail.com, Former Boss / Co-worker
- Greg Schieber, Lawyer, Attorney At Nethercut Schieber Atto, (507) 458-4358, gmschieber@gmail.com, Former Camp Director
Abilitiescontributions
- Truck / van
- Small workshop
- Lots of tools
Mission
Looking to expand horizons and experiences in an environment with a group of other like-minded individuals. While learning, growing, practicing safety and working as a team to complete the task at hand. Detail-oriented professional with 17 years of experience in various different construction practices and a proven knowledge of cross-functional teamwork, product design, and project planning.
Affiliations
- Experienced sailboat captain
- Experienced motor boat driver
- Marathon Runner
Timeline
Superintendent / Foreman
LOOKFAR BUILDERS LLC
08.2020 - 03.2022
Project manager
DESIGN DRAW BUILD INC
07.2017 - 12.2018
President
TALIESIN BUILDERS LLC
12.2014 - Current
Waterfront director/ Maintenance Director
CAMP UNISTAR
05.2011 - 09.2014
Owner/ Operator
SOUNDBOARD SKATESHOP INC
03.2011 - 05.2014
Rough Framing Carpenter
HODGE CARPENTRY
Production Assistant
KIMT NEWS CHANNEL 3
Commercial Framer
Prowall
Tiler
Winnebago Industries
Completed coursework towards - Building Trades
NORTH IOWA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
MASON CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering
University of Iowa
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