
Cost Engineer, SME
CACI International Inc
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $82,100 - $172,400 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and quarterly CSDR reporting for DOD/DOW task order contracts
- Develop and coordinate technical and cost proposals for task order solicitations under IDIQ vehicles
- Develop compliant proposal strategies aligned with RFP requirements and evaluation criteria
- Coordinate cross-functional proposal teams including technical, pricing, contracts, and capture personnel
- Conduct proposal reviews (pink, red, gold team) ensuring compliance, quality, and competitiveness as needed
- Prepare and validate labor hour estimates, material costs, ODCs, subcontractor quotes, and fee structures
- Conduct basis of estimate (BOE) development and validation sessions with technical teams
- Perform cost/price reasonableness analyses and competitive assessments
- Prepare and defend pricing during negotiations with government customers
- Prepare and submit required financial portion of CSDR deliverables (NO IPMR CDRLS)
Requirements
- Minimum 20 years of experience in government contracting with focus on proposal development and pricing
- Minimum 20 years of direct experience with CSDR reporting requirements and EVMS
- Proven track record managing proposals for federal task orders (minimum $100M value)
- Experience with multiple contract types: FFP, CPFF, T&M, hybrid arrangements
- Demonstrated knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific acquisition regulations
- Expert proficiency in proposal development tools and methodologies
- Advanced Excel skills including complex financial modeling
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, SAP, or similar)
- Familiarity with proposal management software (APEX, SharePoint, etc.)
- Knowledge of EVMS principles and practices (ANSI-748 compliance)
- Active Secret clearance required (or ability to obtain)
Benefits
- healthcare
- wellness
- financial
- retirement
- family support
- continuing education
- time off benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
proposal developmentpricing strategiesCSDR reportingcost proposalsbasis of estimate (BOE)cost/price reasonableness analysesfinancial modelingEVMScontract typesFAR
Soft Skills
leadershipcoordinationcompliancequality assurancenegotiationcross-functional collaborationstrategic planningcommunicationproblem-solvingteam management
Certifications
Active Secret clearanceANSI-748 compliance