Posting Details

Position 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 Qualifications

Prodig+
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 Information

Job Type
Full-Time

Campus
All Campuses

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

Is 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 Pronouns

Contact's Title
Administrative Assistant, Design and Construction

Contact's Email
[email protected]

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 Date

Instructions to Applicant