David Barbero-Sastre

Achitect & Building Engineer

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

About

Architect and Building Engineer with over +5 years of experience implementing BIM methodologies iacross all stages of design and construction (RIBA Stages 2 through 5). Passionate, self-driven, and willing to go above and beyond to develop protocols and procedures that enhance team performance and achieve set goals. He advocates for a philosophy that views Architecture as a collaborative effort grounded in multidisciplinary and research-based approaches, combined with passionate, innovative, and sensitive values. This philosophy is a legacy from his career in construction teams, where he have already applied software and technology that have proven instrumental in achieving goals more efficiently and effectively. Expert in Revit with extensive experience in Revit MEP and Structures and their coordination in the Project Architecture. Versatile in design and construction roles and responsibilities, always with a team-oriented approach. He is commited to continuous learning in Team and Project Management. He is currently undertaking training in Python programming and Revit API to enhance his knowledge of process and task automation. He brings a unique blend of technical and leadership skills, coupled with a proactive attitude and a passion for architecture, construction and technology. Willing to share experience and skills as a valuable asset within any team.

Experience

  • Expert External Consultant at Independiente (freelance)
    2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    External Consultant. Led the planning and execution of public housing renovation projects, implementing methodologies to enhance workflow efficiency and data management. Developed and deployed automation protocols for technical documentation and performance assessments, based on budgetary and scheduling criteria. Analyzed existing procedures and proposed process improvements for project management, achieving greater efficiency in site supervision and team coordination, which resulted in a 10% increase in the delivery of completed housing units compared to previous records. Implemented technological and software solutions to automate repetitive tasks, reallocating resources towards strategic decision-making and project oversight. CONSEJERIA DE VIVIENDA TRANSPORTES E INFRAESTRUCTURAS - Comunidad de Madrid

  • CAD & BIM SERVICES (Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain)
    • BIM Expert - Construction phase BIM Coordination_Technical Office. Bernabéu Stadium Refurbishment
      2021 - 2024 · 3 yrs

    • BIM Architect. Revit MEP Specialist
      2021 - 2021 · Less than a year

      AIRBUS- New aircraft hangar in Madrid. INECO- New Train & maintenance hangar in Canary Island.

    • BIM Architect_Technical Office. Bernabeu Stadium Refurbishment
      2021 - 2021 · Less than a year

      Revit, Autocad, BIM360 y ACC, BIMcollab, NavisWorks, CDE: Think Project, Trello, Presto, Sharepoint.

  • BIM/CAD Designer-Technician at Brewers
    2014 - 2020 · 6 yrs

    Support the Area Managers in the planning and design branches and investments properties. Assist to ensure the application of relevant and current UK legislation, researching and selecting the construction systems and material. Assist in the implantation of BIM development procedures. Collaborate and Coordinate with other disciplines in the production and management of the models and families, creating accurate design documents using BIM/CAD platforms.

  • IT Teaching Fellow at Eastbourne Library
    2013 - 2014 · 1 yr

    Trustworthy troubleshooting and skilled instructor.Used problem-solving and people skills to ensure swift resolutions to technical problems of every kind. Provide customer training, hardware and software troubleshooting and diagnosis. Provide insightful advice and friendly, hands-on technical support.

  • Dragados SA (Spain)
    • Construction Manager
      2005 - 2009 · 4 yrs

      Leading a team of 5-6 architects/engineers site-based staff, forming relationships and coordinating construction/design decisions with consultants, engineers and architects, solving incompatibilities and shortcoming of the project. Development of technical and economic planning and monitoring of the same. Managing across all stages of the project from H&S and environmental in planning inception to as-built construction documentation. Have successfully taken on many roles, gaining experience in project managing, contract negotiation, financials and construction design.

    • Assistant Construction Manager
      2003 - 2005 · 2 yrs

      Initially hired as a junior site supervisor but quickly was promoted. Involved in the site-based team for the production and development of technical and economical procedure. Being in charge of the relationship with the consultants and subcontractors in the coordination and application of the newest and best constructive systems, to the designed constructive systems. On-site supervision engaged in providing managing construction, applying a thorough understanding of the project and budget of the work, producing technical (drawings, quality, enviroment,...) and economic reports.