Bruce Buerger has been named associate vice president for University Facilities, Vice President for Finance and Administration Laura Hubbard recently announced.

Buerger brings extensive experience, deep institutional knowledge and a longstanding commitment to UB, having previously served as director of capital planning and deferred maintenance. In that capacity, he played a critical leadership role in advancing the university’s capital program, prioritizing infrastructure investments, and supporting the stewardship of UB’s physical assets.

As associate vice president for University Facilities, Buerger will provide strategic oversight for the university’s facilities operations, maintenance, capital planning and infrastructure programs. He will work closely with campus leaders to ensure that UB’s physical environment continues to support the university’s academic, research, and service mission while advancing our goals for sustainability, operational excellence, and responsible stewardship.

“Throughout his career at UB, Bruce has earned the respect of colleagues across the institution for his collaborative leadership style, strategic thinking, and dedication to maintaining and improving the environments in which our students learn, our faculty teach and conduct research, and our staff work,” Hubbard says.

She adds: “His leadership has been instrumental in managing complex facilities initiatives and helping the university address both immediate operational needs and long-term infrastructure priorities.”

“I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the university in this new role,” Buerger says. “UB's public realm and built environment are foundational to the success of our students, research, and the work of our faculty and staff. I look forward to working with our talented Facilities team and campus partners to continue strengthening and enhancing the physical environment that supports the university's mission and future growth.”