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Cost Estimator in Washington, DC at honor foundations

Date Posted: 3/20/2025

Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:
    Full-Time
  • Location:
    Washington, DC
  • Job Type:
  • Experience:
    Not Specified
  • Date Posted:
    3/20/2025

Job Description

Job Profile:

Pricing P3

JR Type:

Funded

Job Category:

Finance and Accounting

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Continental US

Program/Opportunity Name:

Program | AUKUS+

Referral Bonus Plan:

$1,000

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Job Description:

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Estimator to support our Maritime Industrial Base Program. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing cost estimates for manufacturing, construction, and service-based projects to assist management in pricing decisions and competitive bidding. You will analyze rates, subcontractor costs, and other direct costs (ODCs) while ensuring compliance with estimating policies and procedures. Your expertise will support strategic decision-making, risk mitigation, and proposal development in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services, supporting pricing strategies and competitive proposals.

  • Ensure compliance with estimating policies and procedures, while determining pricing policies and maintaining alignment with government regulations.

  • Identify proposal risks, develop 'what-if' scenarios, and recommend mitigation approaches to enhance cost accuracy and financial stability.

  • Conduct rate analysis and cost/pricing analysis for subcontracts and ODCs, supporting cost volume efforts in proposal development.

  • Participate in milestone reviews, proposal reviews, and color team reviews, providing cost analysis and recommendations.

  • Support proposal audits and collaborate with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) to ensure compliance with federal cost regulations.

    Qualifications:

    Required:

  • Active SECRET Clearance.

  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in cost estimating, pricing analysis, or financial planning with a BA/BS or MA/MS degree (additional years of experience may substitute for the degree requirement).

  • Strong knowledge of cost estimation methodologies, including labor, material, subcontractor, and overhead cost analysis.

  • Experience in government contracting and procurement with a focus on DCAA compliance and proposal auditing.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost modeling tools to develop, analyze, and present cost estimates.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate cost trends, rate structures, and pricing policies.

     

    Preferred:

  • Experience analyzing NAVSEA contracts to assess cost, pricing, and estimating methodologies.

  • Demonstrated expertise in conducting parametric cost estimates to support strategic pricing and budgeting.

  • Knowledge of establishing cost estimating ratios (CERs) to enhance cost model accuracy and forecasting.

    CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

    Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

    The proposed salary range for this position is:

    $68,400-$143,700

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    THE HONOR FOUNDATION IS A 501(C)(3) TAX EXEMPT, NATIONAL NON-PROFIT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION. TAX ID # 46-2952873