Contract Cost & Pricing Specialist

Chimes; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

403(b) retirement plan with employer+

Tickets at Work

Employee referral bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Chimes in Baltimore, MD seeks a pricing professional to develop and maintain pricing strategies for federal and commercial contracts. You will analyze cost data, prepare pricing reports for stakeholders, and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and related regulations.

Requires 3+ years in pricing for nonprofit/federal consulting, plus strong Excel and cost-estimating skills. Collaborative across departments, you will support negotiations while maintaining integrity and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in mathematics, statistics, finance, economics, or related field.
• 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

Pricing experience (federal/commercial

Advanced Excel

Cost estimating techniques

FAR/DFARS knowledge

SCA/DBA/CBAs knowledge

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

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

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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