David Steele
Normandy Park,WA
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior BIM Modeler
Magnusson Klemencic Associates
Seattle, WA
03.2019 - 03.2025
- Developed documentation packages with detailed drawings, schedules, and reports from coordinated BIM models.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to resolve BIM-related issues and ensure project success.
- Led coordination meetings using live BIM models for real-time issue resolution.
- Improved construction communication by providing accurate BIM models to architects and builders.
- Helped establish company-wide BIM standards for consistency across projects.
- Provided technical support, fostering a collaborative and problem-solving team environment.
- Streamlined BIM workflows to enhance project efficiency and teamwork
Network Specialist
F1 Consultancy
Seattle, Washington
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed firewalls, switches, and security appliances.
- Upgraded and expanded network systems and components.
- Handled setup, teardown, and transport of technical equipment for events.
- Provided technical support for executives and attendees.
- Diagnosed hardware and software issues using advanced root-cause analysis.
- Maintained and troubleshot enterprise networking devices, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
Special Events Team Lead
Sleep Train / Mattress Firm
National Events and Expositions, National
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Assisted department heads in selecting exclusive event products.
- Led the rollout of a new reporting solution for open order tracking.
- Actively participated in event setup and breakdown.
- Improved booth layout and product placement strategies.
- Developed sales materials to pre-qualify guests.
- Ensured seamless branding by coordinating with Distribution Centers.
- Supported the launch of new alternate brand products and helped create training programs.
- Built strong relationships with Distribution Centers to streamline event logistics.
- Analyzed sales trends to optimize product placement.
- Designed show floor plans using drafting software and merchandising data.
- Trained and mentored staff to facilitate the adoption of new products and policies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Architectural Drafting
Highline College
Seattle, WACertificate - Revit
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA12-2018
Skills
- Structural Drafting
- Architectural Drafting
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Visual Renderings
- ACC Management and Cloud Collaboration
PROGRAM KNOWLEDGE
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- InfraWorks
- SketchUp
- Lumion
- Enscape
Accomplishments
- Lead BIM modeler on the following projects:
- US Bank Center Renovation
- SDSU Snapdragon Stadium
- Stanford Health Care Redwood City Block E Development Seattle Center Memorial Stadium
- Led multiple committees and teams within company to build company culture and improve work experience.
- Participated and led company Community Service team for multiple consecutive years.
- Participated in ACE program to help mentor local highschool students get involved with industry.
Timeline
Senior BIM Modeler
Magnusson Klemencic Associates
03.2019 - 03.2025
Network Specialist
F1 Consultancy
09.2017 - 02.2019
Special Events Team Lead
Sleep Train / Mattress Firm
01.2014 - 01.2017
Associate of Arts - Architectural Drafting
Highline College
Certificate - Revit
Seattle Central Community College