Contract Cost & Pricing Specialist

Chimes · BALTIMORE, MD

Full-timeGovernmentMid Level$95,000–$110,000/yr

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**Contract Cost & Pricing Specialist** **Salary: $95,000 - $110,000** **Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm** **Location: Baltimore, MD (Onsite)** **What You'll Do** - Develop and maintain competitive pricing strategies for federal and commercial contracts - Analyze cost data and prepare clear, actionable pricing analysis reports for stakeholders - Stay current on WDR, CBA, and FAR requirements to ensure compliance - Collaborate across departments to support successful negotiations and proposals - Maintain accurate reports, logs, and documentation in a timely manner - Uphold confidentiality and high standards of integrity in all work **What We're Looking For** - Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, finance, economics, or a related field (preferred) - 3+ years of experience developing pricing in a nonprofit, federal consulting, or similar industry - Solid understanding of federal contract pricing structures (FFP, Cost-Plus, IDIQ, etc.) and regulations (FAR, DFARS) - Strong working knowledge of the SCA, DBA, and labor union CBAs - Advanced Excel skills and expertise in cost estimating techniques - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with familiarity in cost accounting - Proven track record in negotiations and customer presentations - Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment - Familiarity with ISSA Clean standards is a plus **Why You’ll Love Working Here:** - Medical insurance plans starting at just **$6.90/month — one of the lowest employee rates you’ll find** - Employer-paid Life Insurance + AD&D - Employer-provided Long-Term Disability coverage for financial protection - **403(b) retirement plan with employer match** - 10 paid holidays + generous PTO - Tickets at Work - Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs - Clear pathways for growth and advancement ***Ready to Make Your Impact?*** ✨ **Join a team where your work truly matters—every single day.** **Apply today:** [**https://chimes.org/Careers**](https://chimes.org/Careers) **Follow Us:** [**Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/ChimesInternational) **|** [**Instagram**](https://www.instagram.com/ChimesInc) **|** [**LinkedIn**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/chimes-inc./) **#tcs443**

Salary estimate

$95,000 – $110,000/yr

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Skills for this role

ExcelAccounting

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