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Full-Time

Data Centers

Pre-Construction Estimator

Posted on 6/21/2024

Bisnow

Bisnow

201-500 employees

News, events, and networking for real estate

Consulting
Real Estate

Senior

Vienna, VA, USA

Hybrid (requires one or more days in-office)

Category
Construction Management
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Requirements
  • 5-10 years of experience in construction management, engineering, or project management
  • Prior experience as an estimator and general contractor
  • Proficiency with procurement and vendor management
  • In-depth knowledge of construction practices related to data centers
  • Optimistic, integrity-driven approach to getting results and exceeding expectations
  • Entrepreneurial spirit for tenaciously and proactively solving project challenges and enhancing the client experience
  • A team-builder with a positive attitude and strong attention to detail
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities, while driving decisions and alignment with leadership, direct reports, and cross-functional teams
  • Ability to motivate and lead growing teams to perform at the highest level of excellence
  • Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word
  • Proficiency with cost-estimating software
Responsibilities
  • Create comprehensive cost estimates for a wide variety of construction projects
  • Thorough understanding of approaches to construction pricing and delivery methods
  • Engage in design reviews and spearhead value engineering assessments to meet budget objectives
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams
  • Interfacing with clients and project managers to define cost requirements, goals and issue recommendations
  • Collaborate with construction & project management teams to develop accurate timelines
  • Survey potential sites for suitability and associated cost
  • Verify vendor and subcontractor estimates fall within the defined scope
  • Review invoices for review/approval
  • Create estimates for all necessary insurance considerations
  • Maintain client confidentiality

Bisnow provides news, events, and networking opportunities for professionals in the commercial real estate sector. It delivers industry insights through articles and newsletters, hosts live events for networking and learning, and offers a platform for professionals to connect. Unlike its competitors, Bisnow combines these three elements into a single service tailored for the real estate market. The goal is to support the growth of the industry by facilitating valuable connections and sharing knowledge.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expanding into new markets like Las Vegas indicates growth and new opportunities for employees.
  • Winning prestigious awards like the SABEW Best In Business Journalism Award enhances Bisnow's reputation and credibility.
  • Partnerships with organizations like Real Estate Balance on D&I projects highlight Bisnow's commitment to meaningful industry change.

What critics are saying

  • The commercial real estate sector's volatility can impact Bisnow's revenue from advertising and event ticket sales.
  • Dependence on live events means that any disruptions (e.g., pandemics) could significantly affect business operations.

What makes Bisnow unique

  • Bisnow uniquely combines news, events, and networking specifically tailored for the commercial real estate sector, unlike broader business news platforms.
  • Their focus on live events and webinars in major urban markets provides unparalleled networking opportunities for industry professionals.
  • Bisnow's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, as evidenced by their award-winning 'DEI Data Series,' sets them apart in the industry.

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