David Sterlace, PE

David Sterlace, PE is the Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Development and Construction at DM Development, a real estate development and investment firm based in San Francisco.12 In this role, he is involved in all aspects of DM's development projects and is responsible for the execution and management of all design, permitting, and construction activities at the company.2

Mr. Sterlace brings extensive experience to his position, with over 18 years in the real estate industry.2 Prior to joining DM Development, he served as Executive Vice President at Brian Spiers Development, where he managed complex mixed-use development projects from acquisition through disposition.2 He has directly managed over $1 billion in ground-up projects, including four high-density residential condominium and apartment developments in San Francisco totaling 250 units and approximately $300 million in value.2

His professional background also includes roles as a consultant with Exponent and as a Senior Project Manager with Roebbelen Contracting.2 Mr. Sterlace's industry experience spans multiple sectors, including mixed-use multi-family residential, office, commercial, low-income housing, healthcare, higher education, public works, K-12, and heavy civil projects.2

Mr. Sterlace holds impressive academic credentials:

1. Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California Berkeley
2. Master of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Southern California
3. Master of Business Administration from the University of California Berkeley's Haas School of Business2

He is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in the state of California, having obtained his license in 2008.23 Mr. Sterlace is actively involved in trade organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Urban Land Institute, and the San Francisco Housing Action Coalition.2