LMI seeks mid- to senior-level cost estimator to support a federal program management office in Washington, DC. In this role you will perform cost estimating and analysis of the client’s portfolio of major capital projects and infrastructure facilities across the project lifecycle. This cost information will be used during project planning, as part of the contract award process, during construction, as budgetary cycle inputs to support investment and funding decisions, and as elements of other program and cost documentation provided to Congress, OMB, and other stakeholders.

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in cloud technical solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerging technologies and are tailored to customers’ unique mission needs, backed by objective research, modernization strategies, and cloud services. Founded in 1961 to help the Department of Defense resolve complex logistics management challenges, LMI continues to enable growth and transformation, enhance operational readiness and resiliency, and ensure mission success for federal civilian and defense agencies.

• Develop and update life cycle cost evaluations (LCCEs) and independent government cost estimates (IGCEs) for the client’s programs and projects, as well as create ad hoc estimates
• Conduct sensitivity and uncertainty analyses
• Participate in program meetings and technical interchanges to remain current with program requirements
• Participate in the review and reconciliation of estimates developed by other contractors
• Present results of estimates in a variety of formats such as verbal presentations, narrative reports, and briefings charts
• Generate estimates in accordance with DHS Headquarters and GAO Cost Assessment Guide standards to facilitate government review, third-party replication and validation, and future updates or enhancements
• Develop comparative analyses of other stakeholder estimates (designers, general contractors, etc.) to validate cost figures during design, procurement and construction
• Prepare and deliver briefings associated with prepared cost estimates

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, management, finance, math, engineering, construction, or a related discipline.
• Previous work with federal facilities cost estimating is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Relevant certification such as Professional Cost Estimator/Analyst (PCEA), Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA), or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) is desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience with ACEIT and Crystal Ball software is a plus.
• Experience with R.S. MEANS
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.

Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance use, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.