Sr Cost Estimator Associate

Deltek Talent Management; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join its dynamic Business Analytics team. This role involves collaborating with a team of experts to develop life cycle cost estimates for Department of Defense programs. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, and cost estimation to provide insights that drive decision-making. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, analyze historical data, and develop metrics that influence program success. If you're a proactive problem solver with a knack for communication and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of DoD or USG cost analysis experience required.
• Must have strong communication skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cost analysts on various projects.
• Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD programs.
• Analyze software program tracking tools and develop insights.

Skills

Quantitative Analysis

Statistical Modeling

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Level Degree

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft TFS

ACEIT

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Education

Bachelor's Level Degree

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

Can you translate quantitative data into insight? If so we want you to join our growing Business Analytics team at Quantech Services, Inc.

Quantech has an immediate opening for a Senior Cost Estimator supporting the Cyber and Networks Directorate (HN). Specific duties include but are not limited to the following:

1. Collaborate with a team of Quantech cost analysts & subject matter experts on a variety of projects
2. Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD weapon system programs
3. Analyze historical data and develop analogies and cost estimating relationships using regression analysis
4. Understand technology trends and analyze impact on cost
5. Analyze software program progress tracking tools (JIRA, Microsoft TFS, etc.) and develop metrics and insights for program managers
6. Interview functional specialists in support of estimating methodology development
7. Develop risk distributions for cost driver variables & cost estimating relationship equations
8. Analyze program schedules and quantify schedule uncertainty
9. Study, analyze, and develop metrics for complex modern software development programs
10. Build complex spreadsheet-based program cost models used as decision analysis tools
11. Apply statistics concepts to quantify the probability of success for program budget and schedule plans
12. Conduct business case analyses, trade studies and economic analyses
13. Assist program managers in development and execution of contract strategies and program plans

Candidate Strengths:

1. Proficient in analyzing datasets and developing statistical models, but also able to tackle problems by thinking outside of the box
2. Technical fast learner with the ability to communicate with multiple functional teams to gather (programmatic/technical) data and translate it into cost impacts for the government
3. Experienced problem solver, comfortable working in ambiguous environments with the ability to lead financial focused conversations with cross functional teams
4. Approachable team player with the skillset to successfully work a variety of projects and take direction from multiple
5. Experience/coursework using data science, machine learning, visualization and business intelligence tools a plus

Job Requirements

Requirements:

1. SECRET Clearance required
2. Recommended Education/Experience Requirements: 7+ years of DoD or USG cost analysis experience or relevant experience in quantitative analysis positions (economic analysis, analytics, statistics, regression)
3. Must have DoD Program Office experience
4. Must be proficient in ACEIT and DoD Lifecycle Cost Estimating
5. Possess the ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to their assigned tasks.
6. Possess strong communication skills and utilize those skills to build relationships with supported customers.

Salary information below is a general guide only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as business and market considerations.

Salary Range: $115,000-$130,000 (salary based on years of relevant cost estimating experience)