Senior Cost Estimator

Location: Falls Church, VA

Classification: Part-Time

Position Summary: Logapps LLC is currently seeking a Senior Cost Estimator for federal projects in the Washington DC area. The candidate will be responsible for developing cost estimates using a variety of techniques including (but not limited to) statistical modeling, parametric analysis, engineering estimation, and cost estimating relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use parametric models (ACEIT,True Planning, COCOMO, SEER-SEM, etc.)
• Collect data and apply risk and uncertainty analysis
• Document analysis in narrative form
• Effectively work with program managers, technical experts, and SMEs to develop an understanding of technical architecture and program baseline
• Establish key assumptions for cost estimates
• An understanding of software size estimation techniques (such as function point counting) is a strong plus

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple priorities at the same time
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel capabilities including functions, pivot tables, lookups, and filters
• Experience using parametric models such as COCOMO, SEER-SEM, ACEIT and True Planning
• Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Strong oral, written, and communication skills in business-related and technical situations
• Strong mathematical and financial analysis skills

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Math, Accounting, Statistics or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
• Five years of relevant work experience.  Experience working with federal government in information technology preferred
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall
• Experience in requirements analysis and business process re-engineering
• Knowledge of IT strategy and design disciplines, including IT portfolio management and IT project management
• Familiarity with the federal acquisition process
• Consulting experience a plus
• Must be a US Citizen (federal contract requirements)
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