Nathan Menken

As a senior consultant with FMI's performance practice, Nathan Menken specializes in driving process improvement for both preconstruction and construction operations, delivering excellence for general and trade contractors nationwide. He is also a leader in digital transformation, leveraging lean and agile best practices to optimize project outcomes.

Nathan’s expertise spans preconstruction, operations and data management, with a strong emphasis on integrating artifical intelligence-driven solutions to elevate these areas. He assists contractors in developing comprehensive roadmaps that encompass client growth, design integrations, estimate management, key trade coordination and seamless preconstruction and operations handovers. His approach prioritizes lean processes to streamline estimating sequences and leverages historical data management to support sustainable long-term growth. Through AI integration, Nathan empowers teams to focus on the critical details that drive excellence, enhancing decision making, efficiency and overall project success.

With more than a decade in the construction industry, Nathan has worked with top general contractors across key markets, including commercial, life sciences, healthcare, education, military and advanced technology. His previous roles have seen him elevate operational excellence across all facets of business, while also spearheading digital transformation initiatives to scale and grow businesses effectively.

As an industry expert, Nathan has spoken at Autodesk University on production and field technology and at the BIMForum on reducing silos in the design and construction industry. He is passionate about sharing insights on the evolving built environment and helping businesses innovate and thrive.