Contract Cost & Pricing Specialist

Chimes District of Columbia Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life Insurance + AD&D

Long-Term Disability

Employee referral bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Chimes District of Columbia Inc in Baltimore seeks a pricing professional to develop and maintain competitive pricing strategies for federal and commercial contracts. You will analyze cost data and prepare clear pricing analyses for stakeholders, staying current with FAR/DFARS requirements.

The role requires strong Excel skills, cost-estimating capabilities, and proven negotiation experience, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, finance, economics, or a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience developing pricing in a nonprofit, federal consulting, or similar industry.
• Solid understanding of federal contract pricing structures (FFP, Cost-Plus, IDIQ, etc.) and regulations (FAR, DFARS).
• Strong working knowledge of the SCA, DBA, and labor union CBAs.
• Advanced Excel skills and cost estimating techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with familiarity in cost accounting.
• Proven track record in negotiations and customer presentations.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ISSA Clean standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain competitive pricing strategies for federal and commercial contracts.
• Analyze cost data and prepare clear, actionable pricing analysis reports for stakeholders.
• Stay current on WDR, CBA, and FAR requirements to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate across departments to support successful negotiations and proposals.
• Maintain accurate reports, logs, and documentation in a timely manner.
• Uphold confidentiality and high standards of integrity in all work.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation & presentation skills

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, finance, economics, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Corporate Seton
Chimes
4815 SETON DRIVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215, USA

Corporate Seton
Chimes
4815 SETON DRIVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21215, USA

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain competitive pricing strategies for federal and commercial contracts
• Analyze cost data and prepare clear, actionable pricing analysis reports for stakeholders
• Stay current on WDR, CBA, and FAR requirements to ensure compliance
• Collaborate across departments to support successful negotiations and proposals
• Maintain accurate reports, logs, and documentation in a timely manner
• Uphold confidentiality and high standards of integrity in all work

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, finance, economics, or a related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience developing pricing in a nonprofit, federal consulting, or similar industry
• Solid understanding of federal contract pricing structures (FFP, Cost-Plus, IDIQ, etc.) and regulations (FAR, DFARS)
• Strong working knowledge of the SCA, DBA, and labor union CBAs
• Advanced Excel skills and expertise in cost estimating techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with familiarity in cost accounting
• Proven track record in negotiations and customer presentations
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with ISSA Clean standards is a plus

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Medical insurance plans starting at just $6.90/month — one of the lowest employee rates you’ll find
• Employer-paid Life Insurance + AD&D
• Employer-provided Long-Term Disability coverage for financial protection
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

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