Senior Cost Estimator & Analyst - Federal Programs

LMI; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI seeks a mid to senior-level cost estimator to support a federal program management office in Washington, DC. You will develop, update, and validate life cycle cost estimates for CBP and DHS programs, conduct uncertainty analyses, and present findings to stakeholders.

The role requires collaboration with a team of experts in data, technology, and policy. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s/Master’s in a related field, ICEAA/AACE certification desired, 3–10 years of experience, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, management, finance, math, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant cost estimating certifications with ICEAA or AACE is desired.
• 3–10 years plus of experience.
• Previous work with CBP or DHS is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and PowerBI.
• Experience with ACEIT and Crystal Ball software is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update life cycle cost estimates (LCCEs) and independent government cost estimates (IGCEs) for the client’s programs and projects, as well as ad hoc estimates and analyses.
• Conduct sensitivity and uncertainty analyses.
• Participate in program meetings and technical interchanges to remain current with program requirements.
• Participate in the review and reconciliation of estimates developed by other contractors.
• Present results of estimates in a variety of formats such as verbal presentations, narrative reports, and briefings charts
• Generate estimates in accordance with DHS Headquarters and GAO Cost Assessment Guide standards to facilitate government review, third-party replication and validation, and future updates or enhancements.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem solving

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business/management/finance/math/engineering

ICEAA/AACE certification (desired)

Tools

ACEIT

Crystal Ball

PowerBI

Excel

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

LMI seeks a mid to senior-level cost estimator to support a federal program management office in Washington, DC. You will develop, update, and validate life cycle cost estimates for CBP and DHS programs, conduct uncertainty analyses, and present findings to stakeholders.

The role requires collaboration with a team of experts in data, technology, and policy. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s/Master’s in a related field, ICEAA/AACE certification desired, 3–10 years of experience, and proficiency