Nate McConnell
Suffolk Construction
Ankeny,IA
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Result-driven Superintendent, specializing in large scale high complexity Data Center projects. Adept at steering $600M+ projects through critical path recovery and schedule acceleration while maintaining a zero injury safety culture. Proven leader in managing diverse trade partners and coordinating complex scopes for clients like Microsoft, Amazon, and QTS. Successful at bridging technical requirements with field execution to delivery high quality results.
Work History
Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manager
4 Months- Authored the project-specific quality control plan, established standardized inspection processes, and built custom inspection templates to govern field execution.
- Performed rigorous field inspections, identified active observations, and partnered closely with the project team to drive rapid resolutions that maintained compliance without causing schedule impacts.
- Wrote comprehensive standard operating procedures to streamline field workflows, quality verification checks, and subcontractor alignment.
- Operated 360-degree cameras and managed the OpenSpace platform end to end, handling overlay sheet uploads, precise alignment, and visual progress tracking.
- Facilitated and led pull planning sessions with trade partners to optimize milestone sequencing and drive on-site production schedules.
- Created mockup logs, aligned field and trade teams on mockup requirements, and coordinated directly with design teams and engineers to resolve open ended drawing or specification directions.
- Drafted and managed RFIs through their complete lifecycle to ensure smooth technical resolution.
Assistant Superintendent (Acting Superintendent)
11 Months- Directing field operations for a $650M data center, ensuring adherence to stringent quality and scheduling standards.
- Strategically reassigned to a critical path building by senior leadership to drive schedule recovery through specialized technical expertise.
- Enforce a proactive safety culture through daily pre-task planning and rigorous audits, significantly reducing onsite hazards.
- Manage trade partner accountability and logistics to eliminate bottlenecks in high pressure environments.
Assistant Site Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Oversaw interior architectural scopes for large scale data center projects, coordinating with diverse trade partners to ensure design compliance.
- Led in field meetings that resulted in accelerated task completion and early sign off on early access rooms.
- Managed daily site logistics including scheduling, quality control, and safety protocol enforcement.
Field Superintendent
1 Year 1 Month- Managed the Civil, Structural, and Architectural scopes for data center construction projects.
- Supervised all field operations, ensuring work was completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
- Coordinated the logistics of materials, equipment, and labor to optimize site productivity.
- Interpreted blueprints and construction documents to guide crews and ensure accurate execution of the project plan.
- Developed and implemented a sequenced work plan with strict deadlines to accelerate project completion, mitigating delays caused by winter weather and enabling subsequent work phases to begin ahead of schedule.
Superintendent
1 Year 3 Months- Maintained clear communication and collaboration with subcontractors, optimizing material delivery and workflow to achieve a 2-3 week acceleration in project completion.
- Managed the complete lifecycle of residential home construction, from site preparation to final homeowner walkthrough.
- Conducted regular site inspections to guarantee compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
- Served as the primary point of contact for homeowners, providing updates and addressing any questions or concerns.
Heavy Equipment Operator
3 Months- Operated excavators, skid loaders and dump trucks to transport heavy materials.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Assisted in the demolition process by safely disassembling structures according to project specifications.
- Assessed building for potential problems with demolition and adjusted strategies.
Heavy Duty Tow Operator
8 Years 6 Months- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient towing services.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding proper load securement practices during vehicle transportations.
- Managed minor mechanical repairs on tow trucks to maintain optimal performance levels and prevent delays in service provision.
- Assisted in the training and development of new team members, sharing industry insights and best practices to improve overall team performance.
- Handled challenging situations involving irate customers or difficult vehicle extractions with patience and tactful problem-solving skills.
Construction Electrician
9 Months- Repaired and replaced wiring, fixtures and equipment using hand and power tools.
- Used variety of testing devices to identify electrical problems.
- Prepared and assembled conduits and connected wiring.
- Completed 28 week A-school program
Certification
OSHA 30 Hour
OSHA 10 Hour
CPR/First aid/AED
Timeline
Quality Assurance / Quality Control Manager
Arco National Construction
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Superintendent (Acting Superintendent)
Suffolk Construction
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Site Manager
Gray Construction
07.2024 - 09.2025Read More
Field Superintendent
The Weitz Company
06.2023 - 07.2024Read More
Superintendent
D.R. Horton
03.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Heavy Equipment Operator
Iowa Demolition
12.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Heavy Duty Tow Operator
Hanifen Towing
06.2013 - 12.2021Read More
Construction Electrician
US Navy
09.2007 - 06.2008Read More