Posting Details
Position Information
Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Position Title Estimator, Design and Construction
Classification Title Assistant Facilities Program Coordinator
Department Design and Construction
Posting Number P230233
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/43154
Employer State
Position Type
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL3
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
University Facilities Design & Constructiondepartment 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:
- Coordination and communication regarding 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.
- Accurately prepare a detailed cost breakdown of all aspects of a proposed projects including but not limited to quantity take off, detailed cost estimate line items, labor hour reports and applicable escalations/contingencies by division. .
- In this role, the estimator will work closely with University Procurement to process bids, award contracts, estimate costs, order materials and services, administer submittals, manage payments, and process changes to the project as needed.
- 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.
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.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Salary Range $77,000 – $82,000
Additional Salary Information
Type Full-Time
Campus All Campuses
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Additional Information
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
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 she/her/hers
Contact’s Title Administrative Assistant
Contact’s Email agoolsby@buffalo.edu
Contact’s Phone 716-645-8977
Posting Dates
Posted 06/21/2023
Deadline for Internal Applicants 07/07/2023
Deadline for External Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 11/30/2023
References
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained currently?
- GED
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Optional Documents