Principal Cost Estimating Analyst

Principal Cost Estimating Analyst

We are seeking a Principal Cost Estimating Analyst who will be responsible for costing and pricing complex proposals from RFP and proposal authorization to coordinating inputs and guiding the proposal financials through the management review process, as well as providing government audit support and fact-finding support as needed. This position, reporting to the Associate Director, Corporate Finance, works closely with the various functional teams such as Engineering, Procurement, Program Management and Contracts.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develops proficiency in the use of the Company estimating systems and processes to prepare, analyze, evaluate, and coordinate cost proposals to government and commercial customers
• Coordinates the collection and accumulation of cost input from cross-functional departments
• Supports consolidation and pressure-testing of basis of estimates (BoEs) across all elements of cost (Labor, Material, Travel / Other Direct Costs, Subcontracts) for accuracy and completeness
• Researches and analyzes historical data, and develops cost models to support proposal efforts and determine the accuracy of functional estimates
• Assesses estimating techniques and historical actuals documentation
• Evaluates Bill of Materials (BOMs), selects appropriate pricing methods (ex: purchase order history, vendor quotes, etc.)