Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Analyzing RFPs/RFQs, contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions, and representations and Certifications to confirm proposal compliance

• Generating detailed pricing proposals consistent with the Firm's pricing strategy

• Developing cost proposal schedules, cost models and cost narratives based on RFP/RFQ requirements using a wide range of estimating techniques (e.g. historical data, statistical techniques, etc.)

• Estimating techniques and pricing strategies associated with pricing various types of government contracting vehicles: Time and Material (T&M), Cost Reimbursable, and Fixed Price

• Review staffing solution and/or prepare Basis of Estimate (BOE) for accuracy and compliance with solicitation requirements.

• Manage distribution of pricing data calls to subcontractors and respond to pricing data calls by prime contractors as needed.

• Assessing the operational viability and integrity of cost assumptions and developing more suitable cost assumptions, when applicable

• Demonstrating proven highly proficient ability in MicroSoft Excel, capable of executing advanced formulas such as macros and “if statements"

• Demonstrating knowledge in MicroSoft Word and other MicroSoft applications

• Demonstrating proven ability in taking complex information and delivering succinct and comprehensive presentations

What You Will Need:

• Demonstrated prior success in cost proposal development for all U.S. government contract types, understanding and applying standards involving key attributes analysis of an RFP or RFQ and how the terms, conditions, requirements, evaluation approach, and factors impact pricing strategy

• Experience with Government customer proposal requirements with strong customer focused and possess professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and coordination skills

• Excellent quantitative analysis skills

• Bachelor’s Degree; Four (4) years additional professional experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

• Minimum Years of Experience: 5

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Developing and implementing new pricing strategy techniques and procedures to prepare profitable, winning proposals

• Influencing and driving engagement teams proposal pricing strategy

• Overseeing preparation and evaluation of financial information associated with budget, forecast, pricing, planning and cost control of government contracts

• Prepare proposal cost volume(s) to include pricing schedules and descriptions of specific estimating methodology to support price reasonableness & realism.  

• Leading the analysis of subcontractor proposals for reasonableness in accordance with FAR subpart 15.4 and Firm policies

• Collaborating with proposal pursuit team, participating in proposal kick-off meetings and leading the pricing strategy discussions

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and prioritize in a faced-paced deadline driven environment

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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