Posting DetailsPosition Information
Fiscal Year Position Title Estimator
Classification Title Assistant Facilities Program Coordinator
Department Design & Construction
Posting Number P260143
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63181
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 08
Position Type UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL3
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary University Facilities Design & Construction Department seeks an estimating professional to produce timely, accurate project cost estimates in a standardized CSI format by utilizing historical data, unit pricing, subcontractor/vendor proposals and other industry methods, while assuring the safe and unrestricted pursuit of the University's overall mission.
In this role, ongoing responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Accurately prepare a detailed cost breakdown of all aspects of proposed facilities projects including but not limited to quantity take offs, detailed cost estimate line items, labor hour reports and applicable escalations/contingencies by division at each phase of the design and construction process.
- Coordinate and communicate on a variety of projects including in-house design/build renovation work, critical maintenance projects, and capital-funded design/bid/build work.
- Advanced interpersonal skills are necessary to educate clients, align expertise with needs, partner with outside agencies, contribute to design, and coordinate with the project team.
- Analyze and maintain historical costs to refine estimating methodologies and continuously drive improvements in baseline accuracy.
- Collaborate with leadership to prioritize project work and forecast appropriate levels for staffing needs and project funding and serve as a subject matter expert to their University Facilities peers as well as the needs of the University community at large.
Outstanding Benefits PackageWorking at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our
benefit packages.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field with 2 years minimum experience .
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree.
- Advanced oral, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of staff at all levels of an organization.
- A valid Class D driver's license to operate a motor vehicle is required or candidate must otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation requirements of the position.
Preferred QualificationsProdig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands Routinely completes field or project site visits and may have to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, or utilize other means to access particular areas of a project site during construction.
Driving Requirements This position drives a university owned vehicle, non-CDL
Salary Range $90,000 - $93,000
Additional Salary InformationJob Type Full-Time
Campus All Campuses
Posting AlertsSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationIs a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name Ashley Goolsby
Contact's PronounsContact's Title Administrative Assistant, Design and Construction
Contact's Email agoolsby@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-645-8977
Posting Dates
Posted 07/02/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants 07/16/2026
Deadline for External Applicants 07/02/2027
Date to be filled 08/14/2026
References
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff DateInstructions to Applicant 
