Taj Goodpaster

Taj Goodpaster has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in the construction industry. From 1999 to 2005, they worked at CH2M as an Environmental Technician/Construction Inspector, where they managed environmental projects and oversaw the installation of various systems. From 2005 to 2008, they joined North Wind Group as a Program/Project Manager, overseeing the setup and management of a civil construction division. At CH2M from 2008 to 2016, Taj served as a Client Service/Project Manager 2, managing a capital improvement program at a federal DoD facility. From 2017 to 2018, Taj worked at Tocci Building Companies as a Senior Project Manager, responsible for all phases of construction projects. They then joined Skanska in 2018 as a Senior Project Manager, leading a team of professionals in supporting capital improvement projects at Logan International Airport. Currently, Taj is working at Cherokee Federal since 2021, initially serving as a Sr. Construction Project Manager and currently holding the position of Operations General Manager.

Taj Goodpaster has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Environmental Engineering from Kennedy Western University, which was obtained in 2008. Prior to this, Taj obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Environmental Science and Natural Resources from Vincennes University in 1993. Taj also attended S&S High School from 1986 to 1989, although no specific degree or field of study is provided for this period.

In addition to formal education, Taj Goodpaster has obtained several certifications. These include "Becoming a Triple-Threat Project Manager" from LinkedIn in January 2017, "Procore Fundamentals: Associate" from Procore Technologies in January 2017, "CPR/First Aid" from Red Cross Blood Services in February 2015, "Leadership Excellence through Accelerated Development (LEAD)" from CH2M in December 2013, "Innovation 101" from CH2M in May 2013, and "Foundations of Project Management" from CH2M in May 2010.

Furthermore, Taj holds the "California General Engineering Contractor" certification from the California Contractors State Licensing Board, obtained in 2008. Additionally, Taj has obtained the "State of Florida Certified General Contractor" certification from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in 2005. However, it is not specified when or from which institution Taj obtained the "30 Hour Construction Certification" and "40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification." Taj also holds the "California Hazardous Substances Removal" certification, obtained from the California Contractors State Licensing Board. Lastly, Taj has a certification in "Construction Quality Management for Contractors" from the US Army Corps of Engineers, although it is not specified when or from which institution this certification was obtained.