Shared office internet/bridge mode speed issues

I recently moved into an office that shares Comcast internet among various offices. When I setup my airport extreme it automatically set to bridge mode -- something about assigning a unique IP address.
I get fast upload but slow download (15 mbps upload, 1 mbps download). When I plugin directly via ethernet cable there is no issue. So it's an airport extreme/wifi issue. Any fixes?

Sorry, I actually can't plug my computer in because there is no ethernet (macbook pro 2013).
Is the main router also providing a wireless signal?
I don't know.
How many other wireless networks can you see if you do a scan?
How do I check/why does this matter?
How far is the computer from the AirPort Extreme? Line of sight between the computer and Extreme?
10 feet clear sight. Again, upload is fast 15, download is slow.
Are there any cordless phones there?
no
WiFi security or cameras?
no
BlueTooth devices?
no
Any metal cabinets near the AirPort Extreme?
no
Are you using a Mac or PC? What operating system?
MAC OSX

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Please read this article. So far as I've read the approach the author takes might make your task easier.
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Can I get an explanation of what bridge mode is?
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I own many apple devices, iMac mid-2011, Macbook Air 2013, 2 ipads, and 2 iphones for the family, and Apple TV.
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You building supplied internet is a cheap service that is without proper routable addresses..
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Slow that is because you are sharing internet with every other person in the building.. get your own broadband service.
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