Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The Cost Estimating Manager, reports to the Director of Finance Transformation, and is responsible for leading and developing a cost estimating team supporting all proposal and pricing activities at Draper. This is a highly visible role in Draper that works closely with all proposal team members, subcontractors, customers, and program office leadership in the development of cost proposals. This role supports proposal development for all proposal types and pricing activities from sole source to competitive new business pursuits. This role leads all estimating and pricing activities and supports the business winning phase reviews in all pre- and post-proposal submittal activities. This role will foster an environment of adherence to applicable policies, procedures, and Federal regulations. The role will need to be customer focused, able to manage multiple priorities, and guide the cost estimating team in effectively delivering current, accurate, and complete pricing for proposals. As a manager, this role will engage with business and finance leaders to help develop acquisition and estimating strategies. To be successful, this role will need to be to work as part of a team and develop strong internal relationships across the matrixed organization. Lastly, this role will focus on continuous improvement, and will actively develop appropriate team projects with a focus on optimizing the Cost Estimating Teams' contribution to Finance and Draper.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

Leads the cost estimating team in all estimating and pricing activities across Draper

Leads estimating in a matrixed environment to deliver internal/external customer expectations and as required in the Draper proposal process.

Will actively participate proposal color team reviews for cost estimating, including leading cost reviews ensuring cost development and fee is current and accurate, and within acceptable guidelines.

Will provide proposal teams with thought analysis and support in post-submittal activities including contract negotiations, and the review and sign-off of final negotiated cost & pricing during the proposal sweep process.

Supports phase review and capture plans, including price-to-win evaluations and recommendations.

Provides knowledge of FAR/DFARS and other applicable government regulations relevant to estimating and proposal development for Draper customers.

Supports the development of the team, and fosters and environment of continuous improvement

Actively supports the maintenance and of cost estimation policy, procedures, and related documentation to maintain estimating system compliance

Will be the estimating interface with internal and external auditors as required.

Skills/Abilities

Experience leading and supervising teams

Prior leadership experience in cost estimating in the Defense industry

Experience with applying knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and/or other Government Procurement regulations in proposal development.

Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance – Secret.

Advanced MS Office Skills (Excel, PPT)

Experience with ProPricer and BOE Pro

Experience working on competitive and sole source proposals

Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a dynamic deadline driven environment.

Demonstrated ability to develop and mentor a team of cost estimators

Able to work both independently (self-guided) and as an integral team member

Excellent written and oral communication skills with demonstrated experience briefing all levels of management

Demonstrated ability to think strategically and be detailed oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree; Accounting, Finance, or related major.

MBA, and/or equivalent experience, strongly preferred.

Experience

10+ years of experience in proposals, cost estimating, or applicable industry experience in finance

6+ years of experience with an MBA, in proposals, cost estimating, or applicable industry experience in finance

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Current in scope Secret security clearance is required.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.