Nate Yahn
Stoughton,WI
Summary
Senior construction executive with extensive experience leading large-scale K-12 and healthcare projects. Focus on capital planning, stakeholder engagement, and risk management, consistently delivering high-quality facilities that align with organizational goals while improving operational efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
VP - Director of Operations
Danton Construction Services, LLC
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw company operations, project delivery, staffing, and strategic growth to align with organizational goals.
- Led project planning and execution for large-scale construction projects.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects.
- Led process improvement initiatives, resource planning, and operational performance focused on client satisfaction.
- Developed strategic partnerships with subcontractors and suppliers to enhance service delivery.
Project Manager
Stevens Construction Corp.
Madison, WI
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring project financial health and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated resources across departments and teams, driving successful project completion.
- Led project planning meetings with stakeholders to align on objectives and timelines.
- Coordinated project schedules, facilitating timely completion of construction phases.
- Developed risk management plans to identify and mitigate potential project issues.
Senior Project Manager
Kraus-Anderson Construction Company
Madison, WI
06.2017 - 04.2022
- Led major K-12, municipal, and commercial projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
- Managed project budgets and resource allocation effectively.
- Coordinated subcontractor efforts to meet project timelines and enhance delivery efficiency.
- Led project planning sessions for diverse construction projects.
- Facilitated stakeholder and team member communication to streamline project decisions and foster collaboration.
- Evaluated project risks and implemented mitigation strategies proactively.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations on job sites.
- Mentored junior project managers in best practices and methodologies.
Project Manager
J.H. Findorff & Son Inc.
Madison, WI
12.2010 - 06.2017
- Managed multiple construction projects from inception to completion.
- Delivered complex education, healthcare, and institutional projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines.
- Coordinated design teams, trade partners, and owner representatives throughout all phases to achieve project milestones and maintain stakeholder engagement.
- Coordinated project schedules and resources with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders and team members regularly.
Education
BA - Construction Management
Colorado State University
Ft. Collins, Colorado05-2000
Skills
- Project management
- Operational oversight
- Process improvement
- Financial oversight
- Risk assessment
- Contract negotiation
- Stakeholder engagement
Affiliations
- AIA Wisconsin
- AGC of Greater Milwaukee
- AGC of Wisconsin
- Stoughton Rotary Club
- BioForward Madison
- ABC of Wisconsin
- Wisconsin Hospital Association
Certification
- LEED AP
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
Selected Project Portfolio
- Madison Area Technical College 2010 Referendum Program, $130M
- Fort Bliss Company Operations Facilities, $111M
- The Revelry, 170-Unit Multifamily, $31M
- Racine Honda & Kenosha Subaru Dealerships, $13M
- Gresham Community School Addition/Renovation, $7M
- Multiple K-12 projects, Golden High School (193,855 SF), Carson Middle School (120,000 SF), Falcon Elementary (50,000 SF), Powell Middle School, Woodland Park HS, Canon City K-5/6-8
Timeline
VP - Director of Operations
Danton Construction Services, LLC
08.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Stevens Construction Corp.
04.2022 - 08.2024
Senior Project Manager
Kraus-Anderson Construction Company
06.2017 - 04.2022
Project Manager
J.H. Findorff & Son Inc.
12.2010 - 06.2017
BA - Construction Management
Colorado State University