Funding Applications Consultant, Subject Matter Expert

QED Enterprises, Inc

Subject Matter Expert (SME) advising on MREFC funding applications for NSF. Requires substantial expertise in NSF processes and substantial experience in federal major facility programs.

Posted 7/28/2026contractRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $240 - $260 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in managing the full lifecycle of MREFC proposals, including compliance with NSF policies and the development of Project Execution Plans. Proficient in cost estimating, schedule development, and governance for large research infrastructure projects.

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MREFC Proposal DevelopmentCost Estimating for Large FacilitiesIntegrated Master Schedule DevelopmentNSF Major Facilities Guide KnowledgeProject Management Professional (PMP)

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimatingSchedule DevelopmentRisk AnalysisProject Execution Plans (PEPs)Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)Governance and OversightOperations PlanningCompliance FrameworksProposal ReviewLifecycle Review Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsWriting SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)Risk RegistersTransition-to-Operations Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)PMI-RMPCertified Cost Professional (CCP)Certified Cost Engineer (CCE)Earned Value Management Professional (EVMP)

Industry Keywords

NSF ComplianceMajor Facility GovernanceFederal Acquisition FrameworksResearch Infrastructure DevelopmentCooperative Agreements

Tech Stack

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PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise on the full lifecycle of MREFC proposals, from early concept development through Readiness Reviews, National Science Board (NSB) approval, and construction authorization.
Review and assess MREFC funding applications for compliance with NSF policy, the Major Facilities Guide, and Research Infrastructure Office (RIO) expectations.
Lead or contribute to the development of Project Execution Plans (PEPs), including:
– Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and dictionary development
– Cost estimates aligned with the GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide
– Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and schedule risk analysis
– Risk registers and risk mitigation strategies
– Governance, oversight, and management plans
– Operations planning and transition-to-operations documentation
Provide expert guidance to project teams on NSF expectations for design maturity, technical readiness, cost realism, and schedule credibility.
Support internal and external reviews, including CDR, PDR, FDR, and Independent Cost Reviews (ICRs).
Advise on cooperative agreement structures, award terms, reporting requirements, and oversight mechanisms.
Develop templates, checklists, and compliance frameworks to streamline MREFC proposal development.
Engage with NSF program officers, RIO staff, and major facility operators to ensure alignment with current policy and best practices.
Train project teams and institutional leadership on MREFC processes, governance, and documentation standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

20+ years of relevant professional experience in federal major facility programs, large capital projects, or research infrastructure development, oversight, or proposal support.
Direct experience at NSF in roles involving the creation, review, or approval of MREFC funding applications, PEPs, or major facility oversight.
Deep knowledge of the NSF Major Facilities Guide (MFG) and its application to large research infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated expertise in:
– Cost estimating for large scientific or engineering facilities
– Schedule development and analysis (IMS, critical path, schedule risk)
– Federal lifecycle review processes
– Cooperative agreements and major facility governance
Experience working with universities, FFRDCs, consortia, or large research operators.
Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills suitable for high-visibility federal deliverables.
Prior NSF authority to approve or recommend approval of MREFC proposals or major facility documentation (preferred).
Experience supporting or overseeing major NSF-funded facilities (e.g., observatories, computing centers, polar infrastructure, research vessels) (preferred).
Familiarity with GAO, OMB, and federal acquisition and oversight frameworks relevant to major capital projects (preferred).
Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PMI-RMP, CCP, CCE, EVMP) or equivalent experience in project controls and risk analysis (preferred).

Benefits

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Advise on the full lifecycle of MREFC proposals, from early concept development through Readiness Reviews, National Science Board (NSB) approval, and construction authorization.
Review and assess MREFC funding applications for compliance with NSF policy, the Major Facilities Guide, and Research Infrastructure Office (RIO) expectations.
Lead or contribute to the development of Project Execution Plans (PEPs), including:
– Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and dictionary development
– Cost estimates aligned with the GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide
– Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and schedule risk analysis
– Risk registers and risk mitigation strategies
– Governance, oversight, and management plans
– Operations planning and transition-to-operations documentation
Provide expert guidance to project teams on NSF expectations for design maturity, technical readiness, cost realism, and schedule credibility.
Support internal and external reviews, including CDR, PDR, FDR, and Independent Cost Reviews (ICRs).
Advise on cooperative agreement structures, award terms, reporting requirements, and oversight mechanisms.
Develop templates, checklists, and compliance frameworks to streamline MREFC proposal development.
Engage with NSF program officers, RIO staff, and major facility operators to ensure alignment with current policy and best practices.
Train project teams and institutional leadership on MREFC processes, governance, and documentation standards. 🎯 Requirements
20+ years of relevant professional experience in federal major facility programs, large capital projects, or research infrastructure development, oversight, or proposal support.
Direct experience at NSF in roles involving the creation, review, or approval of MREFC funding applications, PEPs, or major facility oversight.
Deep knowledge of the NSF Major Facilities Guide (MFG) and its application to large research infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated expertise in:
– Cost estimating for large scientific or engineering facilities
– Schedule development and analysis (IMS, critical path, schedule risk)
– Federal lifecycle review processes
– Cooperative agreements and major facility governance
Experience working with universities, FFRDCs, consortia, or large research operators.
Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills suitable for high-visibility federal deliverables.
Prior NSF authority to approve or recommend approval of MREFC proposals or major facility documentation (preferred).
Experience supporting or overseeing major NSF-funded facilities (e.g., observatories, computing centers, polar infrastructure, research vessels) (preferred).
Familiarity with GAO, OMB, and federal acquisition and oversight frameworks relevant to major capital projects (preferred).
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