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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in proposal development and material cost estimation, with a strong understanding of federal regulations such as FAR, DFARS, and TINA. Proficient in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling and analysis, ensuring compliance and accuracy in material proposals.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Proposal DevelopmentMaterial Cost EstimationFederal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)Analytical Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Material Cost Summary (MCS)Cost ModelsMaterial Basis of EstimatesEstimating and Pricing ProcessesSupplier Quote Analysis
Soft Skills
Strong Organization SkillsStrong Oral Communication SkillsStrong Written Communication SkillsTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Estimating and Pricing ProgramsMicrosoft Excel
Industry Keywords
Proposal RegulationsDFARSTINAU.S. CitizenshipPurchase Order History
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop, analyze, and complete material proposals
- Create the Material Cost Summary (MCS)
- Coordinate with proposal team members, including subcontractors, customers, and management
- Develop and understand simple and moderate Microsoft® Excel® cost models for proposal development and Gate review discussions
- Work with cross-functional teams to understand and evaluate material and other direct costs associated with proposed contracts and programs
- Utilize company estimating and pricing programs and tools
- Develop Material Basis of Estimates
- Track progress, validate and analyze supplier quotes and Purchase Order History
- Ensure consistency across the program and confirm the estimating approach is sound
- Ensure proposals comply with Federal Acquisition Regulations and internal requirements
- Serve as the material point of contact when required
- Assess, develop, and implement solutions leading to a thorough material package
- Perform detailed and complex analysis of inputs to ensure sound material estimates
Requirements
What you’ll need- University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
- Experience with Microsoft® Excel®, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Must reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states, excluding U.S. territories
- Knowledge and experience with proposal development, price buildup, and estimating and pricing processes
- Knowledge of and/or experience with federal proposal regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and TINA
- Strong organization and analytical skills
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines in a scheduled environment
- Ability to work well in teams, with peers and management
- Strong oral and written communication skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term incentive compensation
- Potential eligibility for annual long-term incentive compensation
- Remote work from home
- Potential travel to the site location as needed
