Job Summary

In this role, you will have an evolved position in the estimating and pricing efforts for government contracts, overseeing the entire process from the identification of opportunities through to formal submission. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating techniques, pricing strategy, government contracting, and proposal development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate with business development and project management teams to identify potential government contract opportunities. Conduct thorough market research and analysis to understand the competitive landscape and pricing benchmarks. Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information for accurate pricing assessments. Develop and implement pricing strategies during the proposal development phases to provide accurate cost estimates. Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather detailed cost data and validate assumptions. Support the pricing efforts for formal contract submissions, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with proposal teams to integrate pricing strategies seamlessly into overall proposals. Ensure compliance with government regulations and contract requirements in all pricing proposals. Develop and implement estimating practices and methods utilizing the latest estimating tools and techniques. Conduct comprehensive reviews of pricing documents to identify and address any discrepancies or issues. Develop sophisticated cost models to support pricing strategies and provide insights into cost structures. Conduct sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of various factors on pricing scenarios. Regularly update and maintain cost databases for future reference and continuous improvement. Stay current on government regulations, contract requirements, and industry best practices related to pricing. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with pricing strategies and proposals. Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Certification 

Required/Preferred 

Education Level 

Description 

Required 

Preferred 

High School 

Bachelors 

n/a 

Related degree and all experience considered 

 

 

Required/Preferred 

Years of Experience 

Description 

Required 

4 years 

Experience government contract pricing, with a focus on identification and formal submission phases. 

 

 

Required/Preferred 

License/Certification 

Description 

Preferred 

Certification 

Microsoft Certifications 

 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Estimating Tools and Techniques (e.g., RS Means, WinEst). Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and government contracting processes. Ability to communicate complex pricing concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Advanced analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in cost modeling and financial analysis. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance. Advanced organizational and project management skills. Proficiency in relevant software and tools, such as Microsoft Excel, Pricing Software (e.g., ProPricer), and Estimating Tools (e.g., RS Means) is strongly desired.

Travel Requirements

What percentage of their role do they have to leave their base location? Base location is a specific office or home location. Up to 10%.

Disclaimer

J&J Worldwide Services CBRE Government and Defense Business is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits. 

Due to compliance requirements imposed by a federal contract, this position may be filled by U.S. Persons only. U.S. Persons includes: U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, individuals granted refugee status in the U.S., and individuals granted asylum in the U.S.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. Requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.

THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS CREATING A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN J&J WORLDWIDE SERVICES AND ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR OTHERWISE ALTERING AN EMPLOYEE’S AT WILL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP WITH J&J WORLDWIDE SERVICES.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)