Estimator

Posting Details

Position Information


Fiscal Year
2026-2027


Position Title
Estimator


Classification Title
Assistant Facilities Program Coordinator


Department
Design & Construction


Posting Number
P260143


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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 Package Working 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 .

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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

Our University Community

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


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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
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Contact's Phone
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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