Cost Estimator
Required: U.S. Citizenship
Degree: Bachelor’s degree
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Work Location: Telework
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Logapps is currently seeking a Cost Estimator with experience developing estimates for the Federal Government. This position supports a federal agency that is responsible for implementing large-scale Information Technology programs whose budgets range from $10M to $1.0B. Cost estimates support the agency’s budget planning process, procurements, technical decisions, as well as project and portfolio go/no-go decisions.
The Senior Estimator will work remotely as part of a team that reports to a senior manager. As part of this team, the analyst will interact with PMO teams, stakeholders, and vendors to collect requirements, staffing, pricing, and other information. Successful candidates should be comfortable interacting with staff at various levels as well as presenting to senior level customers.
This position gives the Senior Estimator the opportunity to work in a variety of acquisition-related areas. The successful candidate will be responsible for all facets of the estimation process to include research, information gathering, analysis, modeling, presentation development, and report writing. Typical deliverables are Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Independent Cost Estimates, and Analysis of Alternatives. Other projects may also include business case analysis and dashboard development.
This position requires a public trust clearance. Candidate must be a US citizen.
PRIMARY RES PONSIBILITIES:
- Develop cost estimates using a variety of techniques, including statistical modeling, parametric analysis, engineering build up, and analogy.
- Communicate with and gather information from Program Managers, technical subject matter experts, and other members of the Program Management Office.
- Estimate software size, team productivity, and development costs using parametric tools and MS Excel
- Develop cost and budget models using MS Excel
- Document analysis findings in MS PowerPoint presentations and MS Word document
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct research into the costs and capabilities of products available in the market (market research)
- Respond to inquiries from external oversight organizations such as GAO.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college. Business or STEM-related field is a plus.
- 3 to 7 years of work experience in acquisition with at least 3 years of experience in cost estimation
- Experience working in Information Technology programs.
- Experience developing cost estimates to support budget formulation, engineering roadmaps, or executive decisions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, table construction, advanced functions, lookups, and filters.
- Sound analysis, research, and fact-finding capabilities
- Basic business writing skills
- Presentation and communication skills
- Ability to work both as a member of a team and independently.
LOGAPPS OFFERS A GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE THAT INCLUDES:
- At Logapps we invest in each team member from day one and promote a culture rich in opportunities and incentives.
- Medical, dental and vision Insurance; the company pays majority of cost.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan with Company Matching
- Ample time off for vacation and illness
- 10 paid holidays
- 24-hour fitness center and free gym membership
- Company Sponsored career training and professional development.
ABOUT LOGAPPS LLC
Logapps LLC has provided acquisition advisory services to federal and commercial clients since 2007. At Logapps we seek out motivated professionals who are eager to learn and to bring insights into real world problems. Our employees enjoy the opportunity to grow in their core competency while also learning new skills. As part of a small but growing company, you would work as a part of a team but will have direct exposure to clients at all levels.
At Logapps we embrace a work-life balance and believe that a positive work environment is the foundation for a strong, cohesive company that produces quality work. Logapps LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- COCOMO, Crystalball, SEER-SEM: 5 years (Required)
- Cost estimating: 5 years (Required)
- Software Sizing: 5 years (Required)
- Federal Acquisition Regulations: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CCEA (Required)
- ICEEA (Required)
Work Location: Remote