CACI International Inc

Cost Engineer, SME

CACI International Inc

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $82,100 - $172,400 per year

Job Level

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