Cost Estimator

KSA Integration

$90K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, engineering, or related field
  • 4-6 years of experience in cost estimating, market research, or financial analysis in a DoD or federal context
  • Familiarity with IGCE development methodologies and federal cost estimating standards
  • Proficiency in RSMeans or equivalent construction cost databases; strong Excel and data management skills
  • Active Secret clearance required, with ability to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC)

Responsibilities

  • Compile and analyze historical cost data from various sources to support IGCE development
  • Conduct commercial market surveys and vendor capability research for facilities construction and maintenance
  • Produce structured market research reports and IGCE support packages in compliance with federal regulations
  • Maintain a living cost data library organized by project type and installation
  • Coordinate data calls to gather programmatic inputs for cost justification documents

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision (82% of employee's premium paid by company, 25% towards dependents)
  • HSA / FSA Medical Plans
  • PTO
  • Flexible Work Environment and Encourage Work/Life Balance
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Observes all federal holidays
  • Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Annual Career Development Process
Full Job Description
Position Overview: This position supports the Marine Corps Installations Command ( MCICOM ) Facilities Directorate (GF) as a Cost Estimator. In this role you will provide dedicated cost research and market analysis support to the Statement of Work (SOW) Writing Cell, compiling historical cost data and commercial market intelligence to support Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) for MCICOM GF facilities projects in support of program tasks. You will maintain cost data libraries and produces structured market research reports that enable Government contracting officers to develop defensible cost positions.

This Position is Contingent Upon Award

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision (82% of employee's premium paid by company, 25% towards dependents)
  • HSA / FSA Medical Plans
  • PTO
  • Flexible Work Environment and Encourage Work/Life Balance
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Observes all federal holidays
  • Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Annual Career Development Process

Job Type: Full-time/Exempt

Location: MCB Quantico, VA

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026

Position Responsibilities:
  • Compile and analyze historical cost data from RSMeans, PACES, government contract databases, and prior award records to support IGCE development
  • Conduct commercial market surveys and vendor capability research for facilities construction, sustainment, and O&M requirements
  • Produce structured market research reports and IGCE cost support packages in compliance with FAR Part 10 and 15 requirements
  • Maintain a living cost data library organized by project type, trade, and installation
  • Coordinate data calls across program office sections to gather programmatic inputs required for cost justification documents


Requirements

Position Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, engineering, or related field
  • 4-6 years of experience in cost estimating, market research, or financial analysis in a DoW or federal facilities/construction context
  • Familiarity with IGCE development methodologies and federal cost estimating standards
  • Proficiency in RSMeans or equivalent construction cost databases; strong Excel and data management skills
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC); active Secret clearance (or interim Secret at minimum) required at the start of performance and maintained for the duration of the contract

Preferred Skills/Experience:
  • Prior experience supporting MCICOM, NAVFAC, or Marine Corps installations programs

United States of America: $90,000 USD - $110,000 USD ?(depends on state requirements for wage transparency) Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

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