Contract Price/Cost Analyst

Contract Price/Cost Analyst

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Management office works to deliver corporate support, leadership, and oversight at the Department of Energy for a wide range of management, procurement, and administrative functions. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy.

As a Contract Price/Cost Analyst, you will:

• Conducts comprehensive cost and price analyses for complex government acquisitions, ensuring accuracy, cost reasonableness, and compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable agency regulations.
• Evaluates contractor cost proposals, direct and indirect cost elements, historical data, and accounting systems to determine price reasonableness and cost realism.
• Develops structured pre-negotiation objectives (e.g., Pre-Negotiation Objectives Memoranda/PNOM) and supports the preparation of Price Negotiation Memoranda (PNM).
• Evaluates financial risks associated with proposed pricing structures and contract types to recommend optimal pricing strategies.
• Provides technical advice and guidance to contracting officers and acquisition teams regarding cost and price analysis methodologies, tools, and regulatory requirements.
• Provides analytical insights and data-driven recommendations to support the successful planning and execution of complex procurements.